Sunderland supporters have been buzzing with excitement this summer as their team has been busy in the transfer market. The club has already made six new signings, including some big-name players. Armand Lauriente was set to be the seventh addition, arriving from Sassuolo in a £17m deal. Fans were eagerly waiting for his arrival, but unfortunately, the deal fell through.
Sky Sports’ north east reporter Keith Downie revealed the disappointing news that all parties could not reach an agreement, leading Sunderland to end discussions with Lauriente. Despite being pictured jetting into Wearside and even joining the squad in Portugal for pre-season, the striker had to return to Italy.
Now, the focus has shifted to finding a replacement for Lauriente. Reports suggest that Sunderland may turn their attention to Luiz Suarez from Almeria. The Spanish forward had an impressive season, scoring 27 goals and providing eight assists in the Spanish second division. Suarez’s ability to find the back of the net and create chances makes him an attractive option for Sunderland as they look to strengthen their squad.
While missing out on Lauriente was disappointing, the potential signing of Suarez offers a new ray of hope for Sunderland fans. With his proven track record and versatility on the field, Suarez could be the perfect fit for the team. Fans can look forward to more exciting developments in the transfer market as Sunderland continues to build a competitive squad for the upcoming season.
