HITC Sport understands Sunderland are lining up move for Championship defender.
Sunderland are weighing up a swoop for Bristol City defender Aden Flint before the close of the transfer window, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.
Former non-league man Flint has established himself as one of the best central defenders outside the Premier League after impressing for Bristol City since his arrival from Swindon Town in 2013.
The giant defender made 47 appearances in all competitions last season for City and chipped in with six goals for the Robins.
Sunderland boss David Moyes is desperate to bolster his squad before Wednesday’s transfer deadline with defensive reinforcements one of his main priorities.
Sunderland have lost Younes Kaboul to Watford this month and doubts continue to surround the long-term future of Lamine Kone, who is being chased by Everton.
Bristol City would be reluctant to lose Flint with the 26-year-old a key member of Lee Johnson’s side, but they would find it hard to stand in the player’s way of moving to the Premier League.
Sunderland’s scouts have been keeping tabs on Flint for some time and they are now ready to firm up their interest with a £4million bid as they look to test Bristol City’s resolve to hang on to the 6ft 6in defender.
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