Nafisa**1. Sunderland’s Transfer Window Far from Over – 23 Major Moves That Could Still Happen Before Deadline Day**
Sunderland have already made a splash this summer, breaking their own transfer record and spending over £100 million to prepare for life back in the Premier League. But the Black Cats aren’t done yet. With key positions still needing reinforcements and several squad players set to move on, there could be as many as 23 more ins and outs before the window closes in September.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of what’s still likely to happen:
**2. Goalkeeper Wanted (Incoming)**
Sunderland are still searching for a top-tier goalkeeper to compete with Anthony Patterson. Moves for Marcin Bulka and Djordje Petrovic didn’t materialise, but head coach Régis Le Bris confirmed the search is still active.
**3. Confirmed or Likely Departures**
3.1. Timothée Pembélé – Not in the manager’s plans; expected to leave permanently or on loan.
3.2. Jay Matete – Left out of the pre-season squad; expected to exit.
3.3. Joe Anderson – Available for transfer.
3.4. Nazariy Rusyn – Set to leave after Hajduk Split declined to make his move permanent.
3.5. Luis Hemir – Free to find a new club.
3.6. Ian Poveda – Free to find a new club.
3.7. Abdoullah Ba – Likely to leave permanently after a difficult loan.
3.8. Pierre Ekwah – Move to Saint-Etienne expected but delayed.
3.9. Alan Browne – Could depart in search of regular minutes.
**4. Loans Likely**
4.1. Nectar Triantis – Could leave later in the window if more defenders arrive.
4.2. Jenson Seelt – Strong in pre-season, but a loan remains possible.
4.3. Leo Hjelde – Recovering from surgery; loan move expected when fit.
4.4. Zak Johnson – EFL loan expected after impressive pre-season form.
4.5. Harrison Jones – Likely to go out on loan for senior experience.
4.6. Milan Aleksić – Likely to go out on loan for senior experience.
4.7. Ahmed Abdullahi – Might go on loan if further attacking signings are made.
**5. Contract Talks**
5.1. Dennis Cirkin – Injured, but club wants to secure a contract extension.
5.2. Dan Neil – In the final year of his contract; considered a key player.
**6. Incoming Targets**
6.1. Centre-Back – With injuries to O’Nien and Alese, defensive reinforcements are a priority. Jhon Lucumí (Bologna) is a known target.
6.2. Granit Xhaka / Defensive Midfielder – Sunderland want to add a seasoned number six and are pursuing Xhaka.
6.3. New Left Winger – Mundle’s injury and a collapsed Laurienté deal leave the squad short on the left.
6.4. New Striker – Mayenda and Isidor remain options, but another centre-forward is likely.
**7. Watchlist**
7.1. Simon Adingra – Only senior left winger currently fit.
7.2. Chemsdine Talbi – May fill in on the left but is stronger on the right.
7.3. Romaine Mundle – Out long term with a hamstring injury.
**8. Conclusion**
Sunderland’s transfer activity is far from over. With more moves on the horizon, expect a busy end to the window as the club continues to reshape the squad for Premier League survival and success.
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