# Sunderland pursuit of Geny Catamo

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sunderland-pursuit-of-geny-catamo
> Updated: 2026-08-17T08:15:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Sunderland AFC is intensifying its pursuit of Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo. Following a rejected initial proposal of €30 million fixed plus €10 million in variables, the English club is reportedly preparing a new offer to bridge the gap with the Portuguese side.

Sporting CP has maintained that the player’s €60 million release clause is the only direct route for his departure, though they are expected to entertain negotiations if the fixed fee reaches the €40 million bracket. To entice the Mozambican international, Sunderland is prepared to offer a salary approximately five times higher than his current earnings, potentially increasing his annual pay from €600,000 to €3 million.

As the transfer window approaches its September 4 deadline, Sporting CP faces pressure to secure a replacement for the right-wing position. Meanwhile, Catamo is expected to find the move attractive due to the prospect of playing in the Premier League and competing in European competitions with Sunderland.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Sunderland pursues Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo

Sunderland AFC is preparing a new transfer bid for Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo, potentially offering a salary five times higher than his current earnings to secure the Mozambican international.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sunderland-targets-sporting-cp-winger-geny-catamo

### 2026-08-04: Sunderland Pursues Sporting Lisbon Winger Geny Catamo

Sunderland are negotiating with Sporting Lisbon for winger Geny Catamo, who can only leave if his €60 m release clause is met, after earlier interest from Liverpool and other clubs.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sunderland-pursues-sporting-lisbon-winger-geny-catamo

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