Sunderland captain John O’Shea is expected to join Championship side Reading.
The former Manchester United man O’ Shea had hoped to stay with the Black Cats despite the club having experienced consecutive relegation from the Premier League and Championship last term.
However, it was decided by the club’s new owner Stuart Donald and manager Jack Ross that his contract would not be renewed.
The Black Cats squad is expected to undergo a overhaul as they prepare for life in League One next season.
The 37-year-old O’Shea is now set to sign a one-year deal with the Royals.