Overview
- Régis Le Bris said he remains in touch with Matteo Guendouzi, acknowledging the midfielder as one of the players Sunderland have connections with from their time at Lorient.
- Reports from Italy this week linked both Newcastle United and Sunderland with a move for the Lazio midfielder as clubs assess January and summer options.
- Lazio are described as open to bids near €30 million yet view a mid-season exit as difficult due to squad balance and the challenges of January deals.
- Any transfer fee would be reduced for Lazio by a 10% sell-on owed to Olympique Marseille from the original agreement.
- Guendouzi is under contract until June 2028, has endured a dip in form and lost his France place, and is prioritizing a move that guarantees regular playing time.