Sunderland have chance of cheaper January transfer after making offer

Sunderland could revive their summer interest in Napoli midfielder Anguissa if contract renewal talks between the player and club collapse over wage demands.

Sunderland made a bid for Napoli midfielder Frank Zambo Anguissa in August and were reportedly close to signing him, but the move fell through. Now the 30-year-old's contract renewal talks with Napoli have stalled over a significant wage gap. Anguissa is seeking €6m per season over four years, while Napoli are offering €4m per year with an extension to 2028.

The Italian club, unwilling to pay the midfielder's demands, may look to sell in January rather than risk losing him on a free transfer. That could present an opportunity for Sunderland to revive their interest, though reports suggest Juventus and Turkish clubs may also be monitoring the situation. A sale in January would represent a near-total capital gain for Napoli.