McInnes’ stock has risen after guiding the Dons to three straight second-place finishes in the SPL, having previously bossed at Bristol City in the Championship.
And SunSport understands he is now under consideration for the vacant Black Cats position.
McInnes comes with a strong recommendation from ex-Scotland boss Walter Smith.
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Smith is advising Sunderland chief executive Martin Bain – another Scot – in his managerial search.
He would be tempted with the move south of the border where he would get more money than his current Dons deal.
But Bain is in no rush to tie up a manager and is also considering other names.
David Moyes quit as Sunderland boss on Monday after leading the club to relegationGetty ImagesFormer Scotland manager Walter Smith is helping Sunderland in their search for a new bossPA:Press AssociationDerek McInnes is preparing to lead Aberdeen into the Scottish Cup Final against Celtic on SaturdayNews Group Newspapers Ltd
Any approach for McInnes would have to wait until next week, given his Cup final commitments.
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