AliousThe final moments of the summer transfer window saw Ghanaian midfielder Salis Abdul Samed complete a loan move from French club RC Lens to Championship side Sunderland.
This transfer came after a notably successful previous campaign with Lens, during which the defensive midfielder demonstrated his capabilities across 35 appearances, including six prestigious outings in the Champions League.
The catalyst for his departure appears to have been his diminishing prospects under Lens manager Will Still, who indicated the 23-year-old wasn’t central to his plans for the current season.
This reduction in status prompted Abdul Samed to seek opportunities elsewhere, ultimately leading to his move to the Stadium of Light.
However, the midfielder’s Championship adventure has thus far failed to meet expectations.
His time at Sunderland has been characterized by a complete absence from first-team action, with manager Régis Le Bris taking the notable step of excluding him entirely from matchday squads.
This situation represents a stark contrast to his previous role as a regular starter in French football.
Reports from Allez Lens suggest this predicament has reached a critical point, with the Ghanaian seemingly failing to convince Le Bris of his worth to the team.
This development is particularly concerning for RC Lens, given that Abdul Samed remains contracted to the French club until 2028.
The situation appears to be heading toward a potential January resolution, with sources indicating that Lens might exercise their option to terminate the loan arrangement prematurely.
Should this occur, the French club would likely seek to orchestrate an alternative loan move for Abdul Samed during the same transfer window, aiming to find him a more suitable environment for regular playing time.
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