Sunderland set sights on landing former Tottenham and Malmö FF star

SUNDERLAND are looking to launch a bid for Hellas Verona midfielder Emil Hallfredsson.

Hellas Verona midfielder Emil Hallfredsson

The Black Cats have already snapped up Juventus midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini and reports in Italy now claim they're heading back to Serie A to strengthen their squad.
Hallfredsson is thought to be a perfect signing for the North-East outfit, who only narrowly avoided relegation from the Premier League last term.
Sunderland have been active in the transfer window so far this summer, signing up Vito Mannone while making an inquiry for Eintracht Frankfurt full-back, Bastian Oczipka.

Emil Hallfredsson battles for the ball

“Hellas Verona midfielder Emil Hallfredsson could be heading for the Premier League this season”

New boss Paolo Di Canio is scouring the market for a left-back to fill the spot vacated by Danny Rose.
Rose has returned to Tottenham after a successful loan spell at the Stadium of Light last season.

Emil Hallfredsson is a target for Black Cats boss Di Canio

Emil Hallfredsson joined Verona back in 2010

Hallfredsson played a big part in Verona's push for promotion from Serie B, helping to propel the squad to the top flight for the 2013-14 campaign.
The midfielder netted three goals for the the Mastini team, making 34 appearances.

Emil Hallfredsson has played in the English leagues before

Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio

Sunderland are also after Bastian Oczipka