AliousSunderland appear poised to make a major statement in the January transfer window by securing the signing of Roma midfielder Enzo Le Fée, marking their first acquisition of the month.
Against the odds, the Black Cats have seemingly beaten stiff competition to land the talented Frenchman.
Le Fée, 24, has been at the center of intense transfer speculation in recent days. Having risen through the ranks at Lorient under Regis Le Bris, he later made his mark in the first team before joining Roma for nearly £20 million from Rennes last summer.
However, limited opportunities in Serie A, where he has featured just six times this season, seem to have paved the way for his potential move to England.
Initially, the midfielder looked set to join Real Betis earlier this week, but that deal fell through.
Sunderland quickly capitalized, holding positive discussions with Le Fée. However, the situation became complicated when Lille reportedly expressed interest, with speculation mounting that Le Fée favored a return to France.
For a time, Sunderland’s pursuit of the £19 million-rated player appeared uncertain.
Now, Italian journalist Eleonora Trotta has revealed via *Calcio Mercato* that the deal is “closed,” with Le Fée set to join Sunderland on loan.
The agreement reportedly includes an obligation to buy if Sunderland secures promotion to the Premier League.
This would make Le Fée Sunderland’s first signing of the window, and it’s a move that has sparked significant excitement among fans.
Keith Downie had previously noted that Sunderland and Roma were still negotiating the terms of a potential permanent transfer, but Trotta’s latest update suggests that a resolution has been reached.
While the exact fee remains undisclosed, this development indicates that both clubs have likely settled on terms.
Landing a player of Le Fée’s caliber is a significant coup for a Championship side.
His technical ability and creativity in midfield will undoubtedly strengthen Sunderland’s promotion ambitions.
The swift progression of this deal highlights the fast-moving nature of football transfers, and Sunderland’s successful pursuit of Le Fée underscores their intent to return to the Premier League.
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