Middlesbrough midfielder eyed up by local rivals Sunderland

Middlesbrough midfielder Grant Leadbitter has been linked with a move to Sunderland.
Grant LeadbitterGrant Leadbitter
Grant Leadbitter

TeamTalk are reporting that the Black Cats are keen on sealing a deal for the 32-year-old who looks set for a move away from the Riverside Stadium.

Despite making 34 appearances for Boro last season, Leadbitter has reportedly been deemed surplus to requirements by manager Tony Pulis.

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Leadbitter came through the youth ranks at Sunderland and made over 100 appearances for the club before departing in 2009.

But he could now be set for a move back, with Middlesbrough only requiring a nominal fee for the midfielder's services.