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Man United and Chelsea Step Up Interest in Sunderland Midfielder Noah Sadiki

Reports indicate accelerated pursuit following the 20-year-old’s standout run as a first-team regular for Sunderland.

Overview

  • Sky Sports Switzerland journalist Sacha Tavolieri reports that Manchester United and Chelsea are advancing efforts to sign the DR Congo international.
  • Chelsea made a direct enquiry to Sunderland about Sadiki’s valuation immediately after the October 25 match at Stamford Bridge.
  • Manchester United previously spoke with the player’s representatives and regard him as a potential alternative to Brighton’s Carlos Baleba if that deal proves too costly.
  • Sadiki joined from Union Saint-Gilloise in July for around £15 million and has been a near ever-present, starting about 15 Premier League games this season.
  • Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris said outside interest is positive but does not mean Sadiki will leave, and no formal bids have been disclosed.