Seven-figure bid revealed as Sunderland face competition for young striker signing as clubs have shown interest
Sunderland are looking to wrap up the signing of a striker before the summer transfer window closes.
Sunderland are looking to hopefully end their pursuit of a striker this summer in positive fashion, with two attacking deals reportedly looking a possibility to be finalised by the end of the window.
Regis Le Bris’ side are optimistically monitoring Gift Orban from Ligue 1 side Lyon in what would be a loan move for the Nigerian.
Tom Cannon was another player that was being hotly-pursued by Sunderland, however a deal for the striker now appears to be incredibly unlikely, with Stoke City set to sign the Leicester City striker.
However, Sunderland have identified an alternative target, with it now being revealed that a seven-figure fee has been sent with the hope of attaining his services.
Sunderland send seven-figure bid for Gent striker Ahmed Abdullahi
Sunderland had bid for young Gent attacker Ahmed Abdullahi in a permanent move, with it now being revealed, per Sacha Tavolieri on X, that Kristjaan Speakman has offered a €2million (£1.7million) bid for the youngster.
It has also been revealed that Sunderland are set to face competition for the Nigerian, with ‘another team pushing’ for his signature.
There is also a chance that Gent may not sanction the move with their being ‘only two strikers in the squad in case Abdullahi leaves’.
Whilst Abdullahi would undoubtedly be an exciting signing for Sunderland in the future, it is certainly not at the top of the priority list at this moment, especially with the lack of attacking options at this moment.
There is the possibility that this signing could be made as a replacement for the departing Luis Hemir, however the Black Cats were hardly going to miss the Portuguese striker.
Short-term signings must be prioritised at this moment for Sunderland and Speakman, and if there is the possibility of dishing out seven-figure bids, there is the chance that this could be utilised in better areas.
The Black Cats are targeting a few different positions, but one of those is up front with Sunderland still searching for that all important number nine.
Regis Le Bris’ side have been linked with a few different attacking options today, but one that stood out most was Orban.
Now, Sunderland Nation report that the striker is keen on moving to Sunderland and there is a good chance a deal happens today.
The Lyon striker hasn’t quite hit the ground running since making the switch to Ligue 1, but he has a great record elsewhere in his career.
Orban has had spells in Norway, Belgium and France. Starting his senior career in Norway he got 19 goals and seven assists in 24 games across all competitions.
