Sunderland have made Derek McInnes their first choice to take over from David Moyes.
According to the Sunderland Echo, Aberdeen are demanding £1 million in compensation for their manager Derek McInnes.
Sunderland have made McInnes their first choice target to replace David Moyes.
However, the news that he could be an expensive addition to make, throws the deal into doubt.
McInnes is said to be eager to take over at Sunderland, but there are fears that Ellis Short may not pay the amount required to prise the 45-year-old away from Aberdeen.
The Dons don’t want to lose McInnes, as he has done an impressive job at Pittodrie.
McInnes has guided Aberdeen into second place in the Scottish Premiership table this past season.
If Sunderland miss out on McInnes now it would be a major disappointment for the North East club.
The Black Cats are determined to put a new manager in place as quickly as possible, as they aim to prepare for next season in the Championship in the best possible fashion.
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