Sunderland Transfer Business Heats Up

Sunderland AFC is on the brink of signing Thomas Meunier, a 34-year-old free agent, as the club steps up its transfer business. The Black Cats have swooped quickly to land the full back, who had interest from Hull City and Valencia amongst others.

What's the Latest on Thomas Meunier?

Thomas Meunier is expected to undergo a medical today and is expected to put pen to paper on a two-year deal in the next 24 hours. The 34-year-old is a free agent having left Lille at the end of last season and is expected to bring leadership to the group. With Nordi Mukiele and Trai Hume already in the squad, Meunier is unlikely to be a starter every game, but his experience and skills will be valuable assets to the team.

What's the Latest on Matias Soulé?

Matias Soulé is back at AS Roma's training ground and training with the squad in their early stages of pre-season. Despite the interest from Sunderland, Soulé's future remains uncertain, with AS Roma boss Gian Piero Gasperini wanting to refresh his attacking options for the club's Champions League campaign. Sunderland knows the player well and believes his creativity and strong 1-v-1 skills would make him a good fit for Régis Le Bris's style.

What Comes Next?

Sunderland's summer transfer window is picking up pace, with clubs returning to pre-season training and finalising their plans for the campaign ahead. With Thomas Meunier on the brink of signing, the club is expected to make further moves in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, the pursuit of Matias Soulé remains ongoing, with Sunderland waiting to see if they can secure a deal for the talented young player.

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