Sunderland have recently hinted that FFP have completed an investment deal to take the club forward. 

This will be a real boost for the Black Cats, who will be targeting promotion into the Championship this season under the guidance of Phil Parkinson.

It seems as though the newly-appointed boss will have funds available to spend in January's transfer window as well, which could tilt promotion in their favour by the end of this year's league campaign.

It had previously been reported by The Sun that the deal between the two parties had fallen through over the potential investors valuation of Sunderland.

But they seem to have reached an agreement to secure the investment deal and everyone associated with the club will be hoping that this is a step in the right direction.

It's safe to say that plenty of Sunderland supporters were delighted with this recent announcement.

See the best of the reaction from Twitter below....