Sunderland are to take on Scottish Premier League side Celtic in a pre-season friendly.

Steve Bruce’s side will travel to Celtic Park on Saturday August 1st - kick off to be confirmed - as part of their preparations for the start of the Barclays Premier League.

The Bhoys, who finished runners up in the Scottish Premier League this year, are currently without a manger following the departure of Gordon Strachan.

Celtic Park's capacity of over 60,000 makes it the biggest football stadium in Scotland.

Ticket details for the fixture will be announced in due course