Sunderland are in talks over a deal to sign a £13m striker after Isidore's nightmare

Sunderland He is now in talks over a deal to sign the striker this month Regis Le Press In favor of this step, according to the report.

Black cats are interested in the attacker

The Black Cats are looking for a new striker this month in order to strengthen their ranks championship Promotion push, they have set a number of goals.

Southampton Ben Brereton Diaz was on the shortlist for Le Briswith the Saints wanting to get rid of the striker this month, but Sheffield United is leading the race for his signature, as he will only consider a move to his former club.

The Blades are also gunning for another Sunderland target, Namely Leicester City Tom CannonThey are also in pole position to sign the 22-year-old, having now agreed a £13m deal with the Foxes.

As such, the Black Cats may have to turn to other options, and they could be in a good position to sign the Westerlo striker. Matthias Freeganwho are believed to be seriously interested in signing.

There was now promise New update on Sunderland's pursuit of Freeganwith Germanijak reporting that they have now entered into talks with Westerlo to discuss the terms of the deal (via Sport Witness).

It comes after Wilson Isidore, who was impressive for the club during his loan spell from Zenit, endured a horror evening at Burnley on Friday, seeing two late penalties saved by James Trafford at the same corner.

Le Press is said to be strongly in favor of Freegan's arrival, as the manager looks to strengthen his squad to help his side's chances of returning to the Premier League.

Championship hopefuls want to sign the Croatian on loan, with a conditional commitment to buy for a fee of €15m (£13m) if they achieve their goal of returning to the top flight.

The 21-year-old is very interested in a move to the Stadium of Light, which could make it easier to get a deal over the line.

Frigan could be a smart acquisition for Le Bris

The former Rijeka player did not have his best season in Belgium, only scoring four Goals in 23 league matches, but he has already managed to improve his goal tally this season, scoring six goals and three assists in 20 matches.

Football talent scout Jacek Kulig has also previously praised the star, likening him to former European Golden Shoe winner Ciro Immobile.

Signing Freejan would be a slight risk, given he has not proven his worth in the major league, but a loan deal with a commitment to buy if they win promotion could be a smart way to bring in an impressive striker with less risk. This will relieve some of the scoring pressure from Isidore's shoulders at a sensitive time for the young man. Who admitted Friday was the worst day of his life.