Blackburn Rovers will make a January move for Sunderland's in-form striker Ross Stewart if Ben Brereton Diaz is sold. That is according to the Sun, who also claim Jon Dahl Tomasson's side considered a late move for the Black Cats forward in the summer window.
Stewart has made a fine start to life in the Championship, registering five goals and three assists in just seven appearances. The 26-year-old is in the final year of his contract at the Stadium of Light, although Sunderland do hold an option to extend this by a further year.
Sporting director Kristjan Speakman has confirmed the club will hold a 'detailed conversation' with Stewart over a prospective new deal now the summer window has closed. Speakman added there is no need to 'panic' at this stage over the striker's future, insisting the focus must be on finding a 'solution' which is best for both the player and the club.
