Sunderland, Aston Villa, and Chelsea have all expressed interest in signing the talented Sevilla defender Loic Bade. However, it appears that Sunderland is leading the race to secure his signature, despite competition from other clubs like Marseille and Villarreal.
Bade, a commanding centre back, showcased his skills during a pre-season friendly against Sunderland, where he clashed with forward Ahmed Abdullahi and received a yellow card. His performance only served to further highlight his prowess on the field.
Having been part of Sevilla’s victorious Europa League final team in 2023, Bade has attracted attention from clubs across Europe, with potential suitors in the Premier League, Serie A, Ligue 1, and La Liga. With Sunderland reportedly in pole position to sign him, speculation around his future continues to swirl.
French outlet FootMercato recently reported that Sunderland and Bournemouth are frontrunners to acquire Bade, who is valued at around £25 million. While Bade has remained coy about his future, expressing contentment at Sevilla, clubs like Aston Villa have also shown interest in the talented defender.
Sporting director Florent Ghisolfi praised Bade’s professionalism and skill during his time at Lens, highlighting his growth as a player. As the transfer window looms, it remains to be seen where Bade will end up next, but Sunderland seems to be in a favorable position to secure his services.
