Sunderland deny ‘to sign’ Noé Lebreton claims

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·16 July 2026

Sunderland deny ‘to sign’ Noé Lebreton claims

Sunderland sources have rejected reports linking the club with NEC Nijmegen midfielder Noé Lebreton, stating there is no active move.

FourFourTwo reported the Black Cats were close to adding a French midfielder to Régis Le Bris' squad and identified Lebreton as the player in question.

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The 22-year-old joined NEC from French second-tier side Caen last summer and delivered seven goals and six assists in 27 Eredivisie appearances. His form helped NEC finish third and reach the Champions League third qualifying round.

The link had seemed plausible given recent dealings between the clubs.

Sunderland remain active in the market as they prepare for a season featuring Premier League and Europa League football, yet Lebreton is not among their immediate targets.

Source: Sunderland Echo