Sunderland Target Ajax Star Bryan Brobbey in Deadline Day Move

Sunderland want to sign Ajax player Bryan Brobbey as Marc Guiu is set to return to Chelsea on transfer deadline day. The club hopes to add attacking power before the window closes, but talks with Ajax are proving challenging.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Sunderland have started discussions with Ajax to bring forward Bryan Brobbey. The young Dutch striker is wanted after another strong campaign at Ajax. Sunderland need to move fast and face competition from other European clubs for his signature. Marc Guiu, on loan from Chelsea, is set to return to his parent club, leaving Sunderland short up front. The club is also looking to strengthen its defense before the end of the transfer window; Sunderland has spent over £142 million in this transfer window and aims to strengthen their defense.

WHY SUNDERLAND ARE PUSHING FOR BROBBEY

With the Premier League season in full swing, Sunderland have had a positive start and will not want to lose momentum. So far, their attack has struggled to regularly score. Bryan Brobbey’s record at Ajax, where he scored 17 goals in the Eredivisie last season, makes him a highly-wanted addition. Sunderland currently sit in the top half. Losing Guiu puts extra pressure on their need to find a new striker.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR SUNDERLAND?

The club’s next game is against Crystal Palace, who have five points from three matches and are also in the top half of the standings. Both teams are fighting for a top half finish, making it a crucial game. Sunderland are hoping to finalise the Brobbey deal and sign a new centre-back before the deadline. If successful, Brobbey could make his debut in the coming weeks to boost Sunderland’s chances. The outcome of these transfers could shape the rest of the season as Sunderland battle to continue in the Premier League. Sunderland is close to signing Nordi Mukiele from Paris Saint-Germain, which would further bolster their squad.