Overview
- Sunderland have told interested clubs they will not sell Wilson Isidor this summer, a position made public in reports on Monday.
- West Ham reportedly approached Sunderland seeking an initial loan with an option to buy but face the club’s refusal to entertain regular temporary deals.
- Isidor returned to England for a personal matter and missed a pre‑season game, with head coach Regis Le Bris saying the issue was not believed to be serious and that the striker remains in his plans.
- Sunderland have already sold Eliezer Mayenda to Rennes and say they would only consider an exit for Isidor if presented with an extraordinary permanent offer or strong financial guarantees within any loan structure.
- The 25‑year‑old has 19 goals in 82 club appearances and scored for Haiti at the 2026 World Cup, and West Ham are now likely to pivot to candidates such as Simon Adingra or Troy Parrott if they cannot meet Sunderland’s demands.