Jack Colback wants Sunderland stay

Sunderland midfielder Jack Colback has insisted that he wants to stay at the club.

The 24-year-old, who has become a regular in the side under manager Gus Poyet, is out of contract at the end of the season.

Colback has said that he would like to agree a new deal in the near future.

"Talks are ongoing. It takes time and with the position we've been in, it's been difficult at times because obviously the team is the focal point and comes to the forefront," he told the Northern Echo.

"It's something I've completely put to the back of my mind with the final coming up, I'm concentrating on that.

"But I enjoy playing for the new manager. It's home here. I am settled, my family are settled, so hopefully we can get something sorted."

Colback has made 31 appearances for Sunderland this season, scoring two goals in the process.