GOOD NEWS: Sunderland want to seal die minute loan move to sign Nigerian natural born goal score who netted 15 GOALS last season as Player look forward to bringing same form to Stadium of Light.
All summer, Sunderland have been on the hunt for a striker, and earlier this month, Kristjaan Speakman finally secured one by bringing in Wilson Isidor on loan.
However, Sunderland is still looking to add depth and quality to that position, with several names being linked as the transfer deadline approaches.
Long-term target Alexandre Mendy was among those mentioned, but it seems he will remain at Caen. Meanwhile, Sunderland has made a £5 million bid for Tom Cannon at Leicester City, though recent reports suggest that Sunderland is now out of the race for him.
**Sunderland Eyeing Gift Orban from Lyon**
Sunderland is now being linked with Lyon striker Gift Orban. The Nigerian forward scored 15 goals in 16 Jupiler League games for Gent during the 2022/23 season, before being signed by Lyon in a €14 million (£11.77 million) deal midway through last season. However, the 22-year-old managed just one goal in 13 Ligue 1 appearances for the French club, and he may now be available for a loan move.
According to Sunderland Nation, Sunderland is planning a bold move for Orban, with competition from Burnley and Southampton.
**Why Sunderland Could Have an Advantage in the Gift Orban Pursuit**
Sunderland has often targeted the French market under Speakman, with varying degrees of success. With Regis Le Bris now in charge and performing well, Sunderland’s connections in French football could give them an edge. Orban is an intriguing prospect, and while the Premier League might be too challenging for the struggling striker, a loan move to the Championship could be an ideal opportunity for him to regain his form.