Transfer Rumours The Sunderland Links/Transfer Rumours Thread - Summer 2025

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Régis Le Bris becomes only the third Sunderland manager in 11 years to sign a contract extension

– Gus Poyet, two year deal (2014)
– Alex Neil, 12 months rolling (2022)
– Le Bris, extra year (2025)

He's also only the second manager to complete a full season since Poyet

#SAFC

 

So it looks like we’re getting things right

 

@SunderlandAFC

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Kristjaan Speakman: “Like every Sunderland supporter, I’m delighted we are announcing this contract extension for Régis. It provides clarity going into the Premier League season, but more importantly it recognises his contribution and continued commitment to the Club. Régis has an unrelenting desire for progression that matches our own and we look forward to continuing our partnership throughout the upcoming season, as we move forward with aligned objectives that reflect our shared ambition.”

Florent Ghisolfi: “Regis’ new contract is a mark of recognition for the outstanding work he’s undertaken since arriving at Sunderland, and more importantly, it reflects our trust in the future we’re building together. Our objective is to establish Sunderland as a Premier League Club – not just in name, but in identity, performance, and ambition – and Regis is an important part of that vision. He shares our desire, and we are ready to face the challenges and opportunities ahead with conviction and purpose.”

 

I was obviously aware that our turnover of managers was bad, but those stats are shocking.

 

Is the Spanish lad over here yet ?.

 

Not yet

 

Not looking good.

 

It will be ok
Plane was cancelled the other day there is still time yet

 

Shearings could have got him here sooner.

 

So could Raleigh.

 

Sir Walter?

 

Any idea why the medical hasn't been completed abroad like some others?

 

No idea
But apparently it’s still on last I heard

 

Yes, I expect him to be on the bench for West Ham.

 

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Message from Dave Ashfield this morning, good reads for anyone who hasn't read them.

"Well, we got it out , Extra Time Edition , Relentless Misery ' til the end in time for next week's premier league and this week's Championship...Kindle , Paperback and on other e platforms, Google, Apple , etc ...
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Having medical now

 

Fabrizio Romano on Twitter:

Excl: Sunderland agree new deal for Eliezer Mayenda, set to be signed very soon and valid until June 2030

Despite interest from several clubs, Mayenda only wanted to stay at #SAFC

 

Sunderland AFC is delighted to announce the signing of Marc Guiu, who moves to the Stadium of Light on loan for the 2025-26 season.

Joining from Chelsea, the striker arrives on Wearside after being part of the Blues squad that won the FIFA Club World Cup last month.

Guiu made 16 senior appearances for Enzo Maresca’s side last season and scored six goals, which all came in the West Londoners’ victorious UEFA Conference League campaign.

After joining Sunderland, the 19-year-old said: “I’m feeling great and really looking forward to the season ahead. I see myself as a powerful striker, who can make a difference on and off the ball, and I pride myself on being a natural goalscorer. This year is a huge opportunity for me to help take this team where it truly deserves to be, and I can’t wait to get started.”

Born in Catalonia, Guiu rose to prominence after progressing through FC Barcelona’s renowned youth academy, La Masia, which has cultivated numerous exceptional talents from Andrés Iniesta and Xavi to Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi.

He made his senior debut against Athletic Bilbao in October 2023 and scored after just 23 seconds to become the youngest and fastest debutant to ever net for Barcelona in La Liga, aged 17 years and 291 days.

After making seven senior appearances for Barca, including two in the UEFA Champions League, Guiu moved to Stamford Bridge last summer and enjoyed a successful debut campaign in England, as Chelsea won the UEFA Conference League and became champions of the world.

Kristjaan Speakman said: “In a loan acquisition, we not only have to convince the player but also the parent Club, and we thank Chelsea for placing their trust in us. Most importantly, Marc wanted to come to Sunderland and be a part of our Club. The competition for his signature was significant, and he had many high-quality options this summer, so we are delighted he’s joined Sunderland. Marc’s a progressive striker who has key attributes that align with the role in our team. In addition to providing a threat in the final third, we believe there are many other ways he can impact games, and we look forward to helping him do that throughout the 2025-26 season.”