Florent Ghisolfi’s three big Sunderland contract calls this summer | OneFootball

Florent Ghisolfi faces three major contract calls as Sunderland gear up for a pivotal second Premier League season and the demands of Europa League football.

The decisions concern Lutsharel Geertruida, Bertrand Traoré and Dennis Cirkin, alongside head coach Régis Le Bris. Sunderland Echo notes these calls lead the summer agenda.

Geertruida, available via a purchase clause, has been reliable and excellent lately. He almost joined Liverpool on loan in January and was not a regular pick for long spells. The fee is significant, and he wants regular starts.

The recent internal view has been that a permanent deal is very unlikely, though Europa League qualification could shift the picture before the clause expires. Since the win at Newcastle United he has excelled at right back. Early prediction: he departs, with hope for a late U-turn.

Traoré looked an easy extension in December after a smart deadline-day move and a strong run on the right. After AFCON he had two knee injuries and only a brief Elland Road cameo, with Jocelin Ta Bi and Nilson Angulo preferred as he regained sharpness.

His wages are significant, the position will likely be strengthened and youngsters need minutes. Fully fit he can contribute, but balance matters. Early prediction: Traoré departs.

Cirkin impressed when Reinildo went to AFCON, though injuries again interrupted his season. A new deal would aid UEFA homegrown quotas and provide left-back cover, but availability is a concern. Early prediction: he is likelier to depart, with Europa League involvement a factor.

Source: Sunderland Echo