Saudi Pro League club ‘to step up’ Habib Diarra pursuit | OneFootball

Sunderland midfielder Habib Diarra is reportedly drawing increased attention from the Saudi Pro League ahead of the summer window.

Media Foot reports that an unnamed Pro League club has made the 22-year-old a priority target and is ready to spend heavily to sign him. The report adds that initial contact has been made and the situation remains at an early stage.

Diarra joined Sunderland from RC Strasbourg in July 2025 for around £30m, a club-record fee, after turning down interest from AC Milan and Atlético Madrid. He made an immediate impact before a groin injury in September sidelined him for close to three months.

Since returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, he has re-established himself under Régis Le Bris, starting regularly and impressing in midfield. His recent performances for Sunderland and Senegal have reportedly piqued interest beyond Europe.

Diarra is contracted to Sunderland until 2030, leaving the club in a strong position if enquiries intensify. The stance on a sale is unclear, and any move would likely demand a significant offer given his deal and importance. He has featured in 14 Premier League matches this season, scoring against Burnley and Leeds United.

Source: Sunderland Echo