Sunderland has shown interest in Melvin Bard and reportedly made an offer to OGC Nice. Bard's contract with Nice ends in June 2026, and there are no concrete talks for an extension. Several European clubs are interested in him.

Melvin Bard, a left-back and key player under coach Franck Haise, is in discussions with Sunderland. The Black Cats have offered a 4-year contract with an additional year option, but no agreement has been reached yet. Nice wants to keep Bard, who is contracted until June 2028, but the situation could change depending on offers received. Transfermarkt currently estimates his market worth at 15.00m euros.