Sunderland are bracing themselves to lose Ellis Simms with the on-loan Everton striker set to be recalled by his parent club. The Black Cats striker scored his seventh goal of the season during the 4-1 win over Wigan on Thursday night.
The news will come as a major blow to the Wearsiders, who will be left with Ross Stewart as the only out and out striker at the club and he hasn't long returned from injury. Reports suggest Simms will miss Sunderland's trip to Blackpool on New Year's Day.
Everton boss Frank Lampard said his side were considering recalling Simms with the Toffees struggling in the final third. He said: "We have the ability to recall him and we are considering that. It will be my decision first and foremost.
