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Sunderland Methalie transfer completed after medical delay

Overview

In mid‑July, Sunderland were reported to be among several clubs monitoring Toulouse left‑back Dayann Methalie, a 20‑year‑old with two Ligue 1 goals and two assists last season. German side Bayer Leverkusen also expressed interest, reportedly ready to meet a €30 million asking price, while other European teams such as Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Borussia Dortmund, AS Roma and Tottenham Hotspur were linked to the player. A week later, Sunderland were said to be close to completing a £25.7 million transfer for Methalie, indicating that initial speculation had moved toward a concrete deal. At the same time, Newcastle United’s transfer focus shifted to Brazilian midfielder Danilo, with the club showing no intention of entering the race for Methalie. By late July 2026, Sunderland had reached an agreement in principle with Toulouse for Methalie and were preparing a five‑year contract ahead of the Premier League season. The English club submitted a bid in the €25‑30 million range, but Toulouse held out for a club‑record fee of around €30 million, rejecting an earlier offer of roughly £17 million. Negotiations continued for three to four weeks, with Sunderland’s interest confirmed despite competition from other clubs. Manager Régis Le Bris highlighted the player’s potential and the signing’s importance for the squad’s ambition. On 31 July, Sunderland were reported to be in advanced talks to finalise the move for a fee of about £25 million. Toulouse president Olivier Cloarec indicated the club would consider a sale at that price, despite Methalie’s contract running until 2030. The defender’s two goals and two assists in 30 Ligue 1 appearances last season have drawn praise for his tackling, passing and versatility. However, by 18 August, the transfer was placed on hold due to concerns raised during Methalie’s medical examination.

Entities

Dayann Methalie · Sunderland AFC · Toulouse FC · Régis Le Bris · Olivier Cloarec

Timeline

  1. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Dayann Methalie completes transfer from Toulouse to Sunderland

    Dayann Methalie has completed a transfer from Toulouse FC to Sunderland AFC for a reported fee of up to 33 million euros, following a medical dispute regarding a back injury.

  2. 28 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Sunderland transfer for Dayann Methalie on hold due to medical concerns

    Sunderland's £25.7m transfer of Toulouse defender Dayann Methalie is on hold after medical concerns required the player to return to France for further testing.

  3. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Sunderland Pursues French Full-Back Dayann Methalie in £25m Deal

    Sunderland are negotiating a £25 million transfer for 20‑year‑old Toulouse left‑back Dayann Methalie, whose contract runs to 2030, to strengthen their defence ahead of European competition.

  4. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Sunderland negotiate record €30m transfer for Toulouse left-back Dayann Methalie

    Sunderland have agreed personal terms with Toulouse left‑back Dayann Methalie and are negotiating a €30 million fee, aiming for a club‑record transfer ahead of the Premier League season.

  5. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Newcastle United eyes Danilo while Sunderland pursues Dayann Methalie

    Newcastle United is linked with Brazilian midfielder Danilo, while Sunderland move for French U‑21 forward Dayann Methalie, a player Newcastle have not targeted.

  6. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Dayann Methalie draws Sunderland and Bayer Leverkusen transfer interest

    Sunderland and Bayer Leverkusen are among clubs interested in signing 20‑year‑old Toulouse left‑back Dayann Methalie, with a €30 million price tag reported.

Sources

caughtoffside.com · chroniclelive.co.uk · eplindex.com · getfootballnewsfrance.com · insidefutbol.com · noticias.mmo.co.mz · readnewcastle.com · sofoot.com · sport.fr · the4thofficial.net

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