Sunderland agree a deal worth just under £30m to sign Lyon winger Malick Fofana. Multiple reports say the agreement is for a five-year contract, with the transfer described as a major addition ahead of the new season.
Yahoo Sports and BBC Sport both report that Sunderland complete the move after beating Crystal Palace to Fofana’s signature. Yahoo adds quotes from French football expert Robin Bairner suggesting Sunderland fans will appreciate the winger’s potential, and it also includes comments from Sunderland director of football Florent Ghisolfi praising Fofana’s suitability for the Premier League. The outlet also notes that Fofana is Sunderland’s fifth signing of the summer. Other accounts mention he had previously been linked with Arsenal, providing context to his wider interest before Sunderland’s move is finalised.
