Exclusive: Sunderland set sights on Abdoulaye Doucoure deal
Pete O'Rourke, Transfer CorrespondentMon 30 June 2025 12:29, UK
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Sunderland are considering a free transfer move for Abdoulaye Doucoure after his Everton exit,
sources have told Football Insider.
The 32-year-old’s Toffees deal is up on Monday (30 June) and the Merseysiders have already confirmed he will be moving on.
Doucoure is on the list at
Sunderlandfollowing their promotion to the
Premier League via the play-offs last term.
The Black Cats are keen to add Premier League experience as they draw closer to agreeing high-profile deals for Habib Diarra and Reinildo.
Sunderland keen on Doucoure with Diarra and Reinildo deals close
However, Saudi Pro League clubs are also keen on Doucoure with Sunderland not yet advancing their interest in the midfielder.
Regis Le Bris’ side are keen to bolster their midfield after
Jobe Bellingham‘s huge-money move to Borussia Dortmund earlier in the summer window.