Sunderland pull out of De Guzman deal

Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat has revealed the club have pulled out of a deal for Napoli midfielder Jonathan de Guzman.

It has been reported earlier that the Black Cats were waiting on a positive reaction regarding a potential loan for the Netherlands international.

However, Advocaat has now revealed that the 27-year-old will not be heading to the Wearside in the transfer window.

It is hought that the loan signing of Rennes forward Ola Toivonen has played a major role in their decision.

Sunderland travel to Aston Villa in their next Premier League game.