Hibs are in the midst of a persistent pursuit of a long-standing summer target as Sunderland intensifies their evaluation of the player in question. Manager David Gray is currently preparing his squad for an upcoming Europa League qualifier against FC Midtjylland and is eager to ensure that they are in prime condition for the challenges ahead. The recent acquisition of Thibault Klidje, who has become their record signing, further bolsters the squad following the arrivals of Josh Mulligan, Jamie McGrath, and Raphael Sallinger.
Nectar Triantis, who delivered standout performances in midfield last season, has now returned to Sunderland. Despite initially being utilized as a defender, Gray’s strategic move to shift Triantis into a central midfield role proved to be immensely successful. Vying for a chance to impress, Triantis is in line to showcase his talents in upcoming friendly matches against notable European clubs such as Sevilla and Sporting Lisbon, before Sunderland faces Hearts in Craig Gordon’s testimonial match.
Reflecting on their recent victory against South Shields, Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris emphasized the significance of team cohesion and the ongoing integration of new players into the squad. He lauded the performances of Niall Huggins, Jenson Seelt, and Ahmed Abdullahi during the pre-season, acknowledging their resilience in overcoming past injury setbacks.
Gray recently addressed Triantis’ situation, acknowledging that his parent club’s promotion has opened up new opportunities for the talented player. The recruitment department continues to evaluate and refine their targets to address areas of improvement and ensure a robust squad by the end of the transfer window. The club remains focused on enhancing their squad to position themselves stronger for the challenges on the horizon.
