Sunderland weigh €25m bid for Leverkusen winger Poku
Reports from Bild suggest Sunderland are monitoring the 22-year-old, who recorded five goals and eight assists in his debut season at Die Werkself.
Sunderland are reportedly monitoring Bayer Leverkusen winger Ernest Poku, with a transfer fee of €25 million under discussion, according to the German outlet Bild. The English club has not yet made a final decision on whether to pursue a deal for the 22-year-old, leaving the potential move in a speculative phase.
Poku is identified as one of several players Leverkusen may sell as Die Werkself look to trim their squad this summer. The German club is reportedly open to offloading assets to manage their roster, with Poku emerging as a notable target for incoming interest.
The winger joined Leverkusen from Dutch side AZ for a reported €10 million fee last summer. His initial valuation has reportedly increased, with the current discussions centre around a €25 million sum, reflecting his rapid integration into the German side.
In his first season at the German club, Poku made 48 appearances across all competitions. His contributions included five goals and eight assists, establishing him as a productive asset for Leverkusen despite his relatively short tenure.
While the fee has been discussed, Sunderland have yet to formally commit to a bid. The club remains in the monitoring phase, evaluating whether the reported valuation aligns with their strategic objectives for the upcoming transfer window.
The situation highlights the fluid nature of the summer market, where squad restructuring at top European clubs can quickly generate interest from overseas counterparts. Sunderland’s decision to proceed or hold back will depend on further internal deliberations.
