Sunderland have agreed a payment with Strasbourg for Senegal worldwide Habib Diarra.
The newly promoted Wearsiders can pay £27million, rising to £30m, for the midfielder, who starred in his nation’s current 3-1 win over England on the City Ground.
Diarra made his debut for Strasbourg in 2021 and has rapidly grown in significance, captaining the aspect final season.
🚨🔴⚪️ EXCLUSIVE: Sunderland agree deal to signal Habib Diarra as new midfielder from RC Strasbourg, right here we go!
Understand settlement has been reached tonight between golf equipment for €35.5m package deal add-ons included.
Sell-on clause additionally included and medical checks booked. #SAFC 💣 pic.twitter.com/3MTiBqhmc1
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 28, 2025
Reports recommend Sunderland have overwhelmed off competitors from Leeds, AC Milan and Eintracht Frankfurt to signal the 21-year-old, who’s due for a medical within the coming days.
Sunderland again within the Premier League
It is an thrilling addition for Regis Le Bris’ aspect, who beat Sheffield United within the play-off ultimate in May to safe their return to the highest flight after an eight-year absence.
Sunderland have additionally been linked with Lazio midfielder Matteo Guendouzi and Nice goalkeeper Marcin Bulka.
Should Diarra full a transfer to the Stadium of Light, it might be a document payment for Sunderland, surpassing the £20m they shelled out for Enzo Le Fee after promotion was secured.
Sunderland bought Jobe Bellingham to Borussia Dortmund for an preliminary £27.8m previous to the Club World Cup whereas Wembley hero Tommy Watson joined Brighton for £10m.
