Off contract Valencia striker Jonas has been offered to Sunderland.
The Journal says the former Valencia striker has been released from his contract and his offers from around the world but the forward wants to play in England, and a representative has spoken to several Premier League clubs - including a phone call to Black Cats' representatives.
Gustavo Poyet is understood to be happy with his squad but there would be a decision to make if the Brazilian was serious about entertaining the possibility of a move to Wearside.
