Di Canio set for Sunderland talks

Paolo Di Canio is travelling to the north east for talks over the managerial vacancy at Sunderland.

The Italian has emerged as the frontrunner to succeed Martin O’Neill, who was sacked in the wake of the Wearsiders’ 1-0 defeat to Manchester United yesterday.

It is believed Di Canio will hold talks with Sunderland officials with a view to being formally appointed tomorrow.