Six European talents Sunderland could target in the summer transfer window | OneFootball

With the 2025/26 run-in under way, Sunderland are already sizing up the summer market. A late push for Europe will not change that focus.

According to Sunderland Echo, Google’s AI Gemini flagged six options from Europe’s top leagues that Sunderland could target this summer. Last year’s continental buys Granit Xhaka, Nordi Mukiele, Robin Roefs and Noah Sadiki have shone.

Stade Brestois left-back Bradley Locko could future-proof a flank with Reinildo Mandava turning 32 and Arthur Masuaku barely featuring before a loan. A strong ball progressor and one-on-one defender, he would boost transitions and carries resale value.

Genoa’s Morten Frendrup profiles as Xhaka’s succession. The 25-year-old presses relentlessly, ranks highly for tackles and recoveries, and could steady midfield while masking Noah Sadiki’s disciplinary issues.

Valencia forward Hugo Duro brings hard running, pressing and turnover threat. He would complement Brian Brobbey and free Enzo Le Fée between the lines, fitting Regis Le Bris’s high-intensity game.

Patrick Wimmer offers right-sided drive for Wolfsburg, creating chances and grafting out of possession. At 24 he looks ready-made and, if Wolfsburg go down, terms could be favourable.

Villarreal centre-back Logan Costa, a Cape Verde international, would add depth beside Dan Ballard and Omar Alderete. Dominant in duels and the air, the 25-year-old is calm on the ball and suits a back three.

AZ Alkmaar playmaker Sven Mijnans, 26, has been instrumental in a deep Conference League run and a domestic cup win. With vision and late runs, he can rotate with or play alongside Le Fée.

Source: Sunderland Echo