It's fair to say that Stewart Donald isn't the most popular of figures at Sunderland.

After the Black Cats' board confirmed several months ago that Donald was looking to finally sell the club, various supporters groups united in issuing a statement revealing their relief at the "welcome news" and their hope that a new owner could get Sunderland "back where it belongs".

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Since then, prospective buyers have simply walked away, and things have been left in limbo, particularly with the current situation affecting the world taking its toll on football too.

Now, The Daily Mail journalist Craig Hope has revealed that Donald can "charge interest up to nine per cent above base rate on money he loans to the holding company that owns Sunderland".

After hearing about the update, Sunderland fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts on the situation.

Some Sunderland fans urged Hope to "keep digging for the truth" and bring some accountability for Donald.

When the club announced a few months ago that Donald was looking to relinquish his hold on the club, Sunderland fans would no doubt have been hoping for a brighter future without him at the helm.

Instead, things have reached a standstill, and Donald's grip on the club continues to cause controversy.