His pledge comes as speculation grows that the Black Cats could have a busy summer of inquiries for their top scorer.

His debut Premier League season may have produced only seven goals, but the 23-year-old's powerhouse displays are said to have been noted by the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool.

But Trinidad & Tobago international has hinted that he would prefer some stability in his career.

He said: "It's flattering that clubs are interested in me, but at the moment I can't say anything. I'm focused on my job that I have to do here.

"Changes do happen at a football club – it's a part of life. We'll just have to wait and see what happens.

"You don't want to be a gypsy-type player where you're moving from one place to another and not settling. Hopefully I'll be here for a long time."

While Jones may be in demand from predator clubs, Sunderland boss Roy Keane said after last weekend's 2-0 loss at Bolton that he may be ready to show the door to some of his underperforming players.

It's a warning that Roy O'Donovan, who appeared as a sub at Bolton, takes seriously going into what could be another summer of major change on Wearside.

He said: "It didn't really surprise me to hear what he said because as a 16 we weren't good enough against Bolton.

"Complacency is not a word in his dictionary, and he won't let us get stuck in third gear.

"The manager likes to keep people on their toes. I think it is a good thing and I believe that whatever happened on Saturday – or against Arsenal this weekend – he was always going to bring in players.

"I hope I'll still be here, but none of us knows.

"Hopefully I can increase my impact next season because, although the Premier League is tough, I don't think there is really anything for me to be scared of.

"I'm very positive for next season. I'd like to think I've got better as time went on."

O'Donovan, signed from Keane's hometown club Cork City last summer, has started four Premier League games and made a dozen substitute appearances this season.