Sunderland line up Man City star, 19, as Jobe Bellingham replacement as Dortmund transfer edges closer
Talented midfielder Gray, 19, has a year left on his City contract and may look to move on for the chance of a first-team spot with the Premier League new boys.
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Gray could replace Jobe Bellingham if he signs for Borussia Dortmund
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The teenager helped the club's Under-21s win both the league and play-off phase of the Premier League 2 last season.
Described as a "calm, ball-playing defensive midfielder", he also caught the eye in the youth Champions League as City reached the quarter-finals.
Gray could follow in the footsteps of stars like Romeo Lavia, Jadon Sancho and Jeremie Frimpong in leaving Manchester for senior football without a Prem appearance to their name.
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Jobe, 19, is
The German giants recently sent a delegation to England for talks over a deal.
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He could become the second wonderkid to leave the Stadium of Light after
Meanwhile, the Black Cats are ready to offer their homegrown star Chris Rigg, 17, an improved contract.
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But keeper coach Tom Weal has made a shock exit to rejoin old club MK Dons.
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