Marseille’s Grégory Lorenzi offers update on Sunderland target Igor Paixao | OneFootball

Marseille and Sunderland are in talks over Igor Paixao, with no agreement yet, as Grégory Lorenzi outlined the club’s stance before the window shuts. The Brazilian joined OM from Feyenoord last season for a €30m fee and could depart 12 months later. Discussions also involve the forward’s representatives.

“We want to keep our best players, and Igor is an important player for OM. It doesn’t mean that he will leave. There are still a few days left in the transfer window, and lots of things can happen.” He was speaking to Canal Plus at the UEFA Europa League draw in Monaco.

“He is a player that is sought after. We also want to have a strong team, but there are also financial constraints, from the DNCG and UEFA, that mean that we have to find solutions. It isn’t easy.”

Asked if Paixao could remain beyond the deadline, Lorenzi said, “There are lots of possibilities. We don’t want to weaken our side but there are financial constraints.”

Sunderland have until Tuesday to find a breakthrough in negotiations, with Marseille still obliged to sell as the transfer window nears its end.

Source: GetFootballNewsFrance.com

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