Timothée Pembélé, an out-of-favour player at Sunderland, is looking to make a move back to France in the January transfer window. The 23-year-old defender was deemed surplus to requirements at Sunderland after their return to the Premier League. Pembélé, who had a successful loan spell at Le Havre, is keen on returning to the club where he impressed and helped secure their survival in Ligue 1.
Despite being frozen out at Sunderland and playing U21 football, Pembélé made a significant impact during his time at Le Havre, including scoring a crucial goal that played a part in the team’s survival in the French top flight. The player’s desire to return to France has sparked interest from other French clubs as well, indicating his value in the market.
Having progressed through the youth ranks at PSG and gaining experience on loan at Bordeaux, Pembélé signed a five-year deal with Sunderland in 2023. However, his time at the English club has been hampered by injuries, limiting his playing time and impact on the pitch. With several French clubs eyeing his services, Pembélé hopes to secure a move to a destination that will allow him to reignite his career and showcase his talents in familiar surroundings back in France.
