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Sunderland Shift Focus to Djordje Petrovic Amidst League One Pursuit

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Sunderland's chase for experienced goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic has gained momentum, as reports from The Athletic suggest the Serbian international will be allowed to leave Chelsea for a fee of £25million this summer, pending a gentleman's agreement between the two clubs. This development comes as the Black Cats have recently signed several high-profile players, including Enzo Le Fee, Noah Sadiki, and Chemsdine Talbi, with a reported total spend of around £90million. However, concerns over goalkeeper competition in the squad have led Sunderland to prioritize securing Petrovic's signature.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sunderland have reportedly shifted their focus from Marcin Bulka to Djordje Petrovic after the Poland international moved to Saudi Arabia.
  • Chelsea have a gentleman's agreement with Petrovic that will allow him to leave the club for a fee of £25million this summer.
  • Other clubs, including Southampton, Bournemouth, and at least five other unnamed teams, are also interested in signing Petrovic this summer.
  • Sunderland has already spent around £90million on player transfers this summer, including Reinildo Mandava, Enzo Le Fee, Noah Sadiki, and Chemsdine Talbi.
  • The club's focus on adding goalkeeper competition comes after securing a Premier League spot with a Championship play-off final win over Sheffield United.
  • Anthony Patterson, a standout performer in the play-off final, has been linked with a transfer away from the club.

Statistics:

  • Sunderland has spent around £90million on player transfers this summer (as of June 2024).
  • The club has reportedly registered "registered an interest" in Southampton for Anthony Patterson (as of June 2024).
  • At least five other clubs are interested in signing Djordje Petrovic this summer (as of June 2024).
  • Chelsea must raise around £60million this summer to register new signings for UEFA competitions (as per the 2024 financial report).

Sources:

  • The Athletic, "Sunderland and other clubs eyeing Djordje Petrovic as Chelsea goalkeeper's £25m price tag agreed"
  • [1] Ryan Pierse/Getty Images. Credit: Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic.
  • [2] The Athletic, unknown author.

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