Murphy wants to stay at Black Cats

SUNDERLAND striker Daryl Murphy is happy to fight for his place on Wearside but admits his future is up in the air.

The 24-year-old Republic of Ireland international has been linked with a move away from the Stadium of Light during the January transfer window with Coca-Cola Championship strugglers QPR said to be hot on his trail.

Murphy contributed the nerve-settling third goal to his side’s priceless 3-1 win over Bolton on Saturday after coming off the bench.