Sunderland are facing interest from Brighton & Hove Albion for Paddy McNair.
Sunderland have already rejected offers for McNair, and are braced for further interest in their star midfielder.
Brighton & Hove Albion are said to be ready to put in a £5 million bid for the Northern Irish international.
Whether Sunderland will accept that fee remains to be seen, but Ross is said to have not had face-to-face discussions with McNair over his future.
It would be a major shock if McNair did decide to stay at Sunderland, following their relegation to League One.
The former Manchester United man’s form last term, where he scored four goals in his last five games, has made him one of the most in-demand players in the Black Cats’ squad.
Losing McNair would be a blow for Sunderland, but the funds raised from his sale, could help them bring in more quality.
The Black Cats are chasing multiple additions, as they look to strengthen for a promotion push.
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