Rising Transfer Interests:
AS Roma is currently scrutinizing several right-winger transfer leads as they move through the summertime window of acquisitions. One prominent name on their radar has been Matias Soule, who has caught Sunderland’s attention following his robust performances in Serie A. The club's manager, Regis Le Bris, has notably struggled with covering for right wing this season and hence has made Soule a focus player.
Yet, as the summer winds on, interest in Soule from Sunderland seems to have waned, leading to a lull amidst these ongoing discussions. With Sunderland’s only signing till date being free-agent defender Thomas Meunier from Lille, fans are increasingly restless for progress on pressing needs such as right-winger.
Potential Swap Deals:
In light of the quiet surrounding Soule's transfer, Roma might pivot towards an alternative through a young talent in Sunderland - Simon Adingra. According to Italian reports, Tutto Mercato, Roma has already shown keenness on Adingra after missing out on other high-profile options due to their hefty price tags.
An Ivorian international who made a considerable mark during his stint at Monaco last season - scoring five goals in 17 appearances - Adingra could fit well into Roma’s attacking plans. Notably, despite Sunderland valuing him at €35 million (£30 million), this does not appear to dissuade Roma from considering him a viable target.
To capitalize on these transfer rumors, Sunderland should leverage their connection with Adingra as a trump card in finalizing the Soule signing. Under Director of Football Florent Ghisolfi and recruitment wizards, Adingra could be used as bait for bringing Soule to Sunderland in a potential swap deal, or as an added incentive if Roma decides to pursue the Argentine fully. This move would not only bring in a proven talent but also provide Sunderland with breathing space on their budget for other key signings this summer.
