A consortium led by a television production company is attempting to construct a takeover bid for Sunderland, according to talkSPORT.
The company – called Fulwell 73 Productions – is owned by executives Leo Pearlman and Ben Turner.
Former Arsenal star Tony Adams, as well as one-time Chelsea director Paul Smith, are also included in the consortium.
The company produces 'The Late, Late Show with James Corden' and was behind the sports documentary, 'Class of 92'.
Sunderland owner Ellis Short is looking for a buyer after the club suffered a £33m loss last financial year.
The company and Sunderland both declined to comment
Source: tribalfootball.com