Sunderland are considering a move for Burnley boss Sean Dyche.

Following the departure of Dick Advocaat, Sunderland are on the lookout for a new manager once again and a host of names have already been linked with the hot seat at the Stadium of Light.

The likes of Sam Allardyce and Steve McClaren have been mentioned as potential targets for Sunderland and now according to the Lancashire Telegraph, even Clarets boss Dyche is being considered by the Black Cats' hierarchy.

Despite Burnley suffering the ignominy of relegation from the Premier League last season, Dyche managed to impress many with his management style and it has been reported that Sunderland view the 43-year old as an ideal long-term candidate for the managerial post on Wearside.