Simon Grayson has been charged with the task of getting Sunderland back to the Premier League, following their relegation from the top flight at the end of last season.
The Black Cats have already made some headway in that regard in the transfer market this summer, signing a 24-goal striker in the shape of James Vaughan from Bury and one of the best performers in the Championship during the second half of last season – winger Aiden McGeady.
Recent reports have revealed the Wearsiders also have their eye on Bournemouth’s Max Gradel, who boasts second-tier credentials as well from his 18 goals for Leeds during the 2010/11 season, but Eddie Howe’s side have already turned down a loan offer.
With that in mind, we asked Sunderland fans earlier this week whether their club should try to once again tempt the Cherries into parting with the 45-cap Ivorian, who Transfermarkt value at £5.95million, by tabling a transfer bid.
And according to our poll, a staggering 76% of Sunderland fans would back an attempt to sign Gradel on a permanent basis. He’d certainly be an impressive addition for the Black Cats, but Sky Sports believe he’s a key part of Howe’s plans for the coming season.
