Sunderland maintains pursuit of Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo

Sunderland continues to monitor Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo ahead of the January transfer window. Club representatives attended a match at the José Alvalade Stadium to scout the player during Sporting’s 3-1 victory against Galatasaray. Sunderland previously attempted to sign Catamo over the summer, offering 35 million euros plus 5 million euros in bonuses, but Sporting maintained an asking price of 40 million euros. The player remains a priority target for manager Regis Le Bris as the recruitment team seeks to improve the attacking unit. Competition for the transfer is expected to include interest from Como, Tottenham, and various clubs in Saudi Arabia. Sunderland must now decide whether to meet the full 40 million euro valuation to secure the player's services in the upcoming window.

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