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Ghisolfi outlines Sunderland's transfer strategy for upcoming summer window

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:56 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Ghisolfi outlines Sunderland's transfer strategy for upcoming summer window

Summary

Sunderland sporting director Florent Ghisolfi discussed the club’s approach for the upcoming summer transfer window on June 17. He emphasized that the team will not let potential Europa League qualification dictate their transfer strategy. Ghisolfi explained that last year's 15 signings were made under pressure to return to the Premier League. This year, he aims for 'low volume and more precision,' focusing on maintaining team cohesion and mentality while enhancing quality. He views the challenges ahead as opportunities for growth.

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By the Numbers

•Ghisolfi says transfer strategy won't depend on Europa League status.
•Sunderland made 15 signings last summer to return to the Premier League.
•Focus for this summer is on quality over volume in signings.
•Ghisolfi stresses importance of team mentality and cohesion.
•He views upcoming challenges as opportunities for team growth.

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2:56 PMYahoo Sports — 'I don't want to feel fear' - Ghisolfi on balancing European football

What they're saying

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Sunderland sporting director Florent Ghisolfi says the summer transfer window will not be influenced by qualifying for the Europa League. The Black Cats made 15 signings in a "strange summer" last year in order to facilitate their move back up to the Premier League, but Ghisolfi says this year is about focusing on "low volume and more precision". "The most important [thing] will be to keep our foundations," Ghisolfi told BBC Radio Newcastle.
— Yahoo Sports

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