Stoke City are lining up a move for Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole in a deal that could rise to £5 million, according to the Stoke Sentinel. Cattermole, known for his robust challenges and hard man personality, would lend an uncompromising edge to compliment the Potter's more technical acquisitions in recent months. And his potential signing would certainly lead to an interesting encounter when Stoke take on Sunderland in a bottom-of-the-table clash at the Stadium of Light at the end of the month. Cattermole's transfer to the Britannia would also raise question marks over the long-term future of Glenn Whelan and Wilson Palacios, who currently occupy the defensive midfield roles. Fans may have their reservations due to the 25-year-old's disciplinary record of seven red cards throughout his career - the second-highest in the Premier League era. But he has only been sent off once in the past three seasons and every indication is his temperament and maturity are improving. Despite this, Sunderland manager Gus Poyet is looking to sell the Englishman, as he is weighing up a move for midfielder Liam Bridcutt of former club Brighton. And Cattermole could be set to follow in the footsteps of Rory Delap, Danny Higginbotham, Dean Whitehead and Kenwyne Jones, all of whom swapped Sunderland for Stoke in the past. Do you think this is a good move for Stoke, Sunderland and Cattermole? Share your opinions in the comments thread below.