Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Southampton defender Jake Vokins signs on loan as Cats close in on Rangers winger

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Sunderland remain thickly in the hunt for new faces as the transfer deadline rapidly approaches - and we’ll be bringing you transfer updates throughout the day.

Lee Johnson is hopeful of striking a triple deal before the window closes, with a left-back and attacker on his wishlist – and one player looking set to sign imminently.

Loan deals are likely, given the difficulties posed by the League One salary cap, but permanent moves aren’t off the table.

Johnson could also alllow some players to depart this month, with updates having been provided on Will Grigg and Danny Graham after they were linked with an exit in recent days.

Jake Vokins has been linked with Sunderland

We’ll also look ahead to the visit of Gillingham this weekend as the Black Cats look to make it three wins of the bounce in the third tier – and bring you any updates on Kyril Louis-Dreyfus’ takeover bid.

So simply scroll down for the big headlines from the Stadium of Light as the day progresses: