Pierre Ekwah was on loan from Sunderland to Saint-Étienne since the beginning of the season. He was one of the standout players for ASSE, despite the club's challenging season ending in relegation to Ligue 2. Saint-Étienne decided to exercise the purchase option for the young midfielder, which was valued at six million euros.

Pierre Ekwah joins Saint-Etienne on loan from Sunderland with an option to buy. He is the tenth summer reinforcement for the club.

Saint-Étienne has confirmed the arrival of French midfielder Pierre Ekwah on loan from Sunderland. The loan includes a purchase option worth 7 million euros. Ekwah, 22, has previously played for Chelsea, West Ham, and Sunderland.

Saint-Étienne will strengthen their midfield with the arrival of Frenchman Pierre Ekwah. The 22-year-old, under contract with Sunderland until June 2027, will arrive in Forez on Thursday evening. The two clubs have reached an agreement on the basis of a loan with an option to buy. Ekwah will undergo his medical examination on Friday morning and, if all goes well, will sign for one year.