Stoke are optimistic in their pursuit of Sunderland's defensive midfielder Lee Cattermole, according to a Tweet from Sky Sport's Ian Watson. Watson posted on the micro-social networking site that Liam Bridcutt's move to the Stadium of Light had given the Potters hope of successfully negotiating a move for Carttermole. Bridcutt has joined the Black Cats for £3 million from Brighton & Hove Albion, and that could now spark the sale of Cattermole to Stoke. Mark Hughes's side have made a £4 million bid for Cattermole but Sunderland are relictant to sell, and an improved offer is thought to be on the way. Rob Dorsett, who is positioned at the Stoke training ground for Sky Sports News, understands that Cattermole is the Potters' primary target this month. Time is running out with tonight's 23:00 deadline approaching, and Sunderland are keen to hold on to the midfielder. However, their resolve could be put to the test with Stoke lining up an improved bid and it remains to be seen if Cattermole remains at the north east club come this evening. Sunderland climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone on Wednesday thanks to a 1-0 win over Stoke. Should Sunderland cash in on Cattermole? Would he be a good option for Sunderland? Share your observations below.
Joseph is an accredited football journalist and has interviewed nearly all of the current 20 Barclay's Premier League managers. He is also a correspondent for Bleacher Report and has written for Caught Offside and Give Me Football.
