Eliezer Mayenda situation, Sunderland not eager to sell as player sought fresh start

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·7 July 2026

Sunderland were not minded to sell Eliezer Mayenda as the summer transfer window began, Sunderland Echo reports.

The player sought a fresh start in pursuit of regular game time.

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That stance was understandable in the circumstances.

It also presented the club with an opportunity of sorts.

The situation reflected reluctance to sell set against the player’s push for minutes.

Source: Sunderland Echo