Kevin Phillips believes Steven Fletcher would shine at Stadium of Light

Kevin Phillips has backed his former club Sunderland in their move for Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Steven Fletcher.

It has been reported that Sunderland have made a big money move for the Scottish international and Phillips believes Fletcher would be a hit on Wearside should he make the move.

Phillips told talkSPORT: "Steven Fletcher was Wolves' best player last season and he has showed all the attributes that Martin O'Neill is looking for.

"He's got everything. He's a great header of the ball, he can hold it up really well and his work rate is excellent."

Phillips scored 130 goals in 235 appearances in a six-year spell at Sunderland.