Sunderland Eyes Belgian Defender Amid Competition

New Signings and Defensive Needs

Regis Le Bris significantly revamped the squad during the summer transfer window with a strong emphasis on youth. Despite these efforts, Sunderland remains eager to recruit an additional centre-back, particularly after missing out on their long-time target, Jhon Lucumi.

Interest in Spileers Grows

The pursuit of a new defender by Sunderland has not diminished. Reports indicate that Le Bris is turning his attention to Belgium. Club Brugge’s 20-year-old defender, Spileers, is now a prominent name linked to the English club. This isn’t the first instance of Spileers being associated with a move to the Premier League.

Career Progression

To date, Spileers has played 87 matches for Brugge. This season, he has already made three appearances in the Champions League, showcasing his growing experience on the international stage.

Competition from Bundesliga

However, Sunderland is likely to encounter stiff competition for Spileers’ signature. According to the Italian radio station Radio Mercato, Borussia Monchengladbach has entered the fray to sign the young defender.

The Bundesliga team has struggled at the beginning of the season, and their newly appointed manager, Eugen Polanski, holds a favorable view of Spileers’ abilities.

Attractive Offer on the Horizon?

Borussia Monchengladbach might present an appealing proposal to Spileers, suggesting that a move to the Bundesliga could enhance his development, possibly serving as a springboard to even larger leagues in the future.

Should they aim to secure Spileers, the German club may need to start laying the groundwork for an early acquisition strategy.

Sunderland’s Focus on Youth

Sunderland has shown a keen interest in young players, and their investments in several prospects during the summer transfer window have so far yielded positive results.