According to the British tabloid, the Black Cats will table a ₤2.5 million offer (approximately EGP20 million) for the towering marksman within the next few days.

The 26-year-old worked under the management of Bruce in the second half of last season at Wigan Athletic, when the former Manchester United man was in charge at the JJB Stadium.

Mido joined Wigan on a six-month loan deal from Middlesbrough in January, and scored two goals for the Latics.

Bruce expressed his admiration for the former Roma player on more than one occasion, and was expected to lure the Egypt ace into following him to the Stadium of Light.

Mido was also in awe of Bruce's managerial skills and experience, which suggests he would accept a Sunderland offer should he receive one.

Boro were relegated to the Championship after finishing last season in the Premier League penultimate place.

For this reason, a good number of their key figures are expected to depart this summer, Mido including.