According to reports from SportsBoom, Sunderland is open to considering offers for 23-year-old defender Dennis Cirkin in the upcoming January transfer window. However, the Black Cats will only entertain offers if they meet their valuation of the player.

Cirkin, who joined Sunderland from Tottenham Hotspur in 2021, has reportedly caught the interest of his former club. Spurs are closely monitoring the situation and are said to have a sell-on clause in place since Cirkin’s move to Wearside. Additionally, Bournemouth has made initial enquiries to gauge Sunderland’s willingness to sell, with the Premier League club viewing Cirkin as a player with long-term potential if he can overcome his injury struggles and return to full fitness.

Although Cirkin’s current contract expires next summer, Sunderland is open to a renewal if the defender can demonstrate his reliability on the field. Despite facing injuries in recent months, Cirkin has been a consistent performer for the club when fit, playing a key role in their ascent from League One to the Premier League. While Sunderland is not actively seeking to offload Cirkin, they are open to considering significant offers as they maintain a pragmatic approach in the transfer market.

The defender recently completed full 90-minute appearances for Sunderland’s youth side as he works towards a return to Premier League action. U21s lead coach Graeme Murty praised Cirkin’s quality and leadership, highlighting his positive impact on the team and his dedication to helping younger players develop.

As January approaches, Cirkin’s future at Sunderland remains a key storyline, with multiple Premier League clubs keeping a close eye on the situation. The decision on Cirkin’s future will likely hinge on his fitness progress in the coming weeks and whether potential suitors formalize their interest with concrete bids.