Sunderland in talks to sign Reinildo on a free transfer
Sunderland are actively pursuing a deal to sign Atletico Madrid defender Reinildo Mandava on a free transfer, according to The Guardian.
The deal would fill a key need for experienced defensive cover at left-back—or even centre-back—areas where Sunderland have identified gaps following their promotion.
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Sunderland are working to secure the 31-year-old as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of their return to the Premier League.
Reinildo is to join the free agent market when his current contract expires on June 30. Since joining Atletico in 2022, he has made over 100 appearances for the club.
Nottingham Forest and Leeds United are interested in landing the Mozambique international, while clubs in Turkey and Saudi Arabia are also reportedly keen on a deal.
However, Sunderland are frontrunners for his signature, with talks progressing between the parties over a two-year deal and weekly pay of £65,000.
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A move to Wearside would see Reinildo become the first player from Mozambique to play in the Premier League.
His arrival would also be seen as a shrewd move, especially given he is available on a free transfer, allowing Sunderland to allocate resources elsewhere in what is set to a busy summer window.
Regis Le Bris's side are set to break their transfer record, having agreed an initial £31.25m deal to sign Habib Diarra from Strasbourg.
The Black Cats have contemplated bringing back Jordan Henderson for a second spell at the Stadium of Light, while they remain admirers of Marcin Bulka, although the Nice goalkeeper could be headed to the Middle East.
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