Newly promoted Premier League aspect, Sunderland would possibly lose their pursuit of Colombia striker, Luis Suarez if Arsenal signal Swedish striker, Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. Softfootball confirms that the Gunners are near agreeing a cope with Sporting after Gyokeres and Arsenal agreed private phrases.
In accordance with Sunderland Echo, Sporting CP are lining up Suarez as their excellent alternative for Gyokeres if the striker ultimately leaves the membership this summer season.
Sunderland had agreed a price of £21m with Almeria which is initially the discharge clause of the Colombian. Suarez turned sizzling cake on this switch market after his 33 objectives in 56 video games efficiency in 2 years.
The 27 12 months previous Colombian worldwide is being linked with Liverpool, Sporting CP, Manchester United, Juventus, Atlético Madrid and at the moment are placing Sunderland’s preliminary contacts in jeopardy in the event that they knock on the door for the striker.
Sporting CP can have extra monetary energy among the many golf equipment in the event that they agree their £65m request price for Gyokeres with Arsenal. It’s believed that the participant is patiently ready to see the way it all unfolds earlier than making his remaining selections.
The ahead is eager to play within the Champions League, which can give golf equipment like Sporting and Liverpool an edge in negotiations. Nonetheless, sources near the scenario insist that Sunderland haven’t been formally turned down, with a so-called ‘gentleman’s settlement’ between participant and membership doubtlessly permitting for flexibility within the decision-making course of.
Sunderland have been hoping to usher in a marquee striker to their squad as they hope to storm the Premier League subsequent season. Softfootball recorded how the Black Cats broke the financial institution for Senegalese midfielder Habib Diarra.
The Black Cat confirmed the signing of the 21-year-old former Strasbourg participant in a deal reportedly value £30 million, which can be the membership’s greatest deal.
The 21-year-old midfielder, who scored in opposition to England in a pleasant on the Metropolis Floor in June, will now stick with the English aspect for 5 years and turns into the membership’s second main signing of the summer season.
