McCarthy to continue search for striker

Sunderland boss Mick McCarthy is refusing to give up his search for a striker after learning of David Connolly’s decision to opt for Leicester instead of the Black Cats.

The 27-year-old Republic of Ireland international today clinched a three-year deal at the Walkers Stadium a matter of days after the Wearsiders attempted to lure him further north as he underwent a medical in the East Midlands.