Watford are competing to sign Dennis Cirkin, a 23-year-old English and Irish defender for Sunderland. According to a report from Sports Boom, Birmingham City and Southampton are also competing for his signature. Cirkin, who earns £20k-a-week, could become a free agent because his contract expires in the summer. Late talks about a new deal have been occurring at the Stadium of Light, but the club has limited time to prevent him from leaving on a free transfer. Cirkin joined Sunderland in August 2021 and has received limited game time under manager Regis Le Bris since the club's promotion to the Premier League. He has made six appearances and provided one assist in the domestic league this season. His current Transfermarkt valuation is €8.00m.