Aston Villa ‘to accelerate’ move for Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji amid Sunderland and Leeds interest | OneFootball

Sunderland face competition from Leeds United and Aston Villa to sign Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji, with rival clubs emerging in the race.

SportsBoom claims Aston Villa are now the frontrunners and that negotiations are expected to accelerate in the coming days. Meanwhile, TEAMtalk reports Leeds are well positioned and have admired the 20-year-old for the long term.

TEAMtalk also says Bardghji could leave on loan this summer, with Brighton and Hove Albion, Brentford and Everton among the admirers. It adds Barcelona want to clear space after signing Anthony Gordon, ahead of possible moves for Marcus Rashford, Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and former Manchester City attacking midfielder Bernardo Silva.

Europa League qualification increases the importance of Sunderland’s summer, with Regis Le Bris seeking added depth for a congested schedule. The new head coach is working to strengthen his squad.

After the final-day win over Chelsea, Le Bris said he does not want a repeat of last summer’s frantic window. He stressed recruitment will shape the season, evaluating players in new environments is difficult, and that Sunderland’s structure and market reach have improved as they widen their search.

Source: Sunderland Echo