Sunderland are reportedly putting plans into place that will allow Asamoah Gyan to leave the club permanently.

The Ghana striker is currently in the middle of a loan spell with UAE side Al Ain.

The 26-year-old is believed to be on a lucrative contract in the Middle East and as a result has no interest in returning to Wearside, according to The People.

Sunderland are happy to allow the centre-forward to depart the club on a permanent basis, but only if they receive a fee in the region of Â£26m.