Sunderland in talks with England keeper

(GSM) – Sunderland are hoping David James makes a swift return to the Premier League as they try to secure his services for next season.

The England goalkeeper’s club, Portsmouth, were relegated to the Championship with Portsmouth last season. Last week, the 39-year-old keeper refused a contract offer from Pompey to become their player and coach.

SPL side Celtic are keen on bringing the veteran in to replace Artur Boruc who signed for Fiorentina.

However, James’ agent Colin Gordon has revealed there are “ongoing talks” with the Black Cats, whose current first choice Craig Gordon is out injured with a broken wrist.

Gordon told the Sunderland Echo: “David would be interested in a move to Sunderland. They are a big Premier League club with an excellent manager.

“I know Steve Bruce well and we are having ongoing talks. We are hopeful that something can be done but Sunderland already have Craig Gordon, who is a top-class keeper, and once he returns from injury that could complicate matters.

“From what I understand about Craig’s injury, if David were to join Sunderland then he would have two to three months to show what he is capable of. What happens after that would be up to Steve Bruce, but we are looking for at least a one-year deal.”