Sunderland targets Bayer Leverkusen winger Ernest Poku this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Sunderland has expressed interest in signing winger Ernest Poku from Bayer 04 Leverkusen, according to a report from Bild. The Dutch player, who is 22 years old, had a productive season with six goals and ten assists over 49 matches. Sunderland may face competition from Nottingham Forest for his signature. Poku's contract runs until the summer of 2030, which could allow Sunderland to negotiate a favorable deal. Head coach Regis Le Bris is considering adding him to enhance the team’s attacking options.
- •Sunderland is pursuing Ernest Poku from Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
- •Poku recorded six goals and ten assists last season.
- •Nottingham Forest is also interested in signing Poku.
- •His contract with Leverkusen runs until summer 2030.
- •Poku is expected to enhance Sunderland's attacking depth.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Sunderland Have Set Their Sights On This Bundesliga Winger: Should Le Bris Go For Him?
"In a recent report, Bild (subscription required) claimed that Sunderland have set their sights on Bayer 04 Leverkusen winger Ernest Poku this summer. It has been revealed that the Black Cats would hav...
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