Wigan are struggling to agree a compensation package with Swansea for Roberto Martinez as Steve Bruce is poised to join Sunderland.

Sunderland are expected to confirm Steve Bruce as their new manager after agreeing a compensation package for the Wigan boss.

Roberto Mancini will not become the next Sunderland boss after his agent denied reports of an approach for the former Inter Milan coach, paving the way for firm favourite Steve Bruce to take over the managerial reigns.

Roberto Mancini claims he has been offered the chance to manage Sunderland, casting doubt on the Black Cats willingness to pay 3million compensation for Wigan boss Steve Bruce.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce has been given permission to talk to Sunderland but he is now being linked with Newcastle.

Sunderland’s interest in appointing Wigan’s Steve Bruce as manager appears to have cooled in the wake of Ellis Short’s buy-out.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce is believed to have been given permission to talk to Sunderland about their managerial vacancy.

Steve Bruce has emerged as the favourite to take over the vacant hotseat at Sunderland following the resignation of Ricky Sbragia.

Steve Bruce admits he will be ‘devastated’ when the time comes to part with Antonio Valencia.

Steve Bruce praised his players’ performance after Wigan deservedly beat Portsmouth 1-0 at the JJB Stadium.