Sunderland look to tie down permanent deals for John Mensah and Sulley Muntari

Sunderland want to secure permanent deals for Sulley Muntari and John Mensah after their dazzling displays for Ghana this week. Steve Bruce has first options on the on-loan pair, who will cost ?5million each from clubs Inter Milan and Lyon, respectively. New deals: Sunderland want Mensah (left) and Muntari  Sunderland boss Bruce upset at racism claims from Argentinian AngeleriZenden puts coaching plans on hold and vows to continue playingAll the latest Sunderland news, features and opinion  Explore more:People: Steve Bruce Places: Lyon, Ghana