Bournemouth lent Grabban to the Black Cats for the season but have an option to recall him next month.

The 29-year-old has been in electric form for the Championship strugglers, netting 11 league goals.

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe has decided to recall Grabban before selling him, according to The Sun on Sunday.

A move back to the Championship could be on the cards for Grabban, however, with Villa keen.

A new striker is high on the January agenda for Bruce, with star man Jonathan Kodjia currently sidelined with an ankle injury.