Sunderland are 'set to sign' Manchester United goalkeeper Nathan Bishop from Manchester United.

Sunderland are 'set to sign' Manchester United goalkeeper Nathan Bishop from Manchester United, according to reports.

The Black Cats are in the market for cover and competition for Anthony Patterson after the release of last season's third choice Jacob Carney and the departure of second choice Alex Bass on loan to AFC Wimbledon.

The 23-year-old, who has one year left on his contract, has travelled with United’s squad for their US pre-season tour but was an unused substitute during their friendly match against Arsenal.

Andre Onana’s arrival from Inter Milan should also allow United to let some of their other keepers leave this summer with Alan Nixon stating that Bishop will join Sunderland when he returns from Manchester United's pre-season tour.

Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag has confirmed Manchester United have made ‘progress’ in their plans to sign a new striker.

While Ten Hag wasn’t drawn on any names, he did confirm on Monday that United are advancing with their pursuit of a new no.9. “We make progress, yeah, but you know how it works. When we have him, we will tell you,” he said ahead of the friendly against Wrexham in San Diego.