Villarreal, Sunderland line up €30m bid for Issahaku

SPANISH La Liga club Villarreal CF have launched a clear offensive in the winter transfer market and is fully engaged in an operation that also involves English side second-tier Sunderland.

Both clubs are willing to invest heavily in one of the most outstanding wingers in English football.

The target is Abdu-Fatawu Issahaku, a young talent from Leicester City who is shining in the English Championship. His performance has led Villarreal CF to maintain a strong interest, although now Sunderland has emerged powerfully.

Villarreal CF has been monitoring the progress of the Ghanaian winger for a while. The club believe the youngster fits the profile they are looking for to strengthen the wings with skill, speed, and the ability to constantly pose a threat.

The sports management of Villarreal CF believes that this signing could make a difference in the medium term. That is why they seriously consider reaching €30 million if the market and competition demand it.

Sunderland do not want to fall behind. The English club, which is competing for promotion, has decided to bet heavily on strengthening its sports project and sees Issahaku a key piece.

Reports from England indicate that Sunderland are willing to match the offer from Villarreal CF. The bid is around €30 million, a very high figure for a Championship team, but consistent with their ambition.

The 21-year-old winger is having a very solid season. Issahaku has played 26 official matches with five goals and seven assists, making him one of the most influential players at Leicester City.—.fichajes.net