The latest transfer rumours surrounding Sunderland feature a new potential arrival in the form of Ivorian midfielder Abdoulaye Doumbia. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to three possible arrivals and three potential exits. While the hottest storyline right now is about Orri Óskarsson, the items below represent the latest news on the most important transfer rumours.
Abdoulaye Doumbia
On Saturday, it was reported that BK Häcken's 19-year-old Ivorian midfielder Abdoulaye Doumbia is the subject of increasing interest from several European clubs. Representatives from teams including Sunderland, Bayer Leverkusen, Everton, Lens, and Celtic Glasgow have been sent to observe him. Reports of a strong link between Trabzonspor and the player are said to be incorrect. According to Transfermarkt, Doumbia's market value is currently estimated at 5 million euros. He has made 24 appearances in the 2025/2026 Allsvenskan season, scoring 2 goals and providing 3 assists.
Noah Sadiki
Atlético Madrid is one of several clubs monitoring Noah Sadiki's situation at Sunderland, as of Saturday. The list of interested parties reportedly also includes Juventus, Naples, Newcastle United, and Liverpool. The 21-year-old midfielder, who has both DR Congo and Belgian nationality, is under a long-term contract with the English club until 2030. The DR Congo international has 26 caps and his market value is currently estimated at around 40 million euros.
Orri Óskarsson
Sunderland is among several Premier League clubs to have observed Real Sociedad striker Orri Óskarsson this season while assessing attacking targets, according to a report from Wednesday. The Icelandic international's performances in Spain have generated increasing interest, with Tottenham, Newcastle, and Brentford also having monitored his progress. Everton are monitoring the 22-year-old closely as they consider a potential transfer in the January transfer window. His market value is listed as €20M by Transfermarkt.
Geny Catamo
According to Sacha Tavolieri on Wednesday, Sunderland remain interested in Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo, but the club's officials have not yet made the necessary budget available.
Chris Rigg
It was believed on Tuesday that Tottenham Hotspur submitted a £38million bid for Chris Rigg, but Sunderland retained the player.
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