Sunderland are interested in West Brom pair Paul McShane and Paul Robinson.

Reports from the Black Country have suggested Roy Keane is ready to make a £5m bid for the pair as he attempts to strengthen his squad for life in the Barclays Premier League.

There have been suggestions that Republic of Ireland striker Stephen Elliott could be used as a make-weight in any deal, but the Black Cats may need to employ their powers of persuasion if they do make their move.