Sunderland’s Diarra Faces Extended Layoff Until December

Injury Details

Sunderland midfielder Habib Diarra will be sidelined until December following a successful surgery to address a groin injury.

The 21-year-old Senegal international sustained the injury during training sessions leading up to Sunderland’s recent 1-1 draw against Aston Villa.

Club Statement

The club confirmed that Diarra underwent the procedure on Monday and expressed optimism for his recovery.

Transfer Insights

Diarra made his move to Sunderland from Strasbourg in July, in what was reported as a record transfer fee for the club, amounting to approximately £30 million.

Recent Performance

Prior to his injury, Diarra had played in all four of Sunderland’s Premier League matches and also represented Senegal in two September fixtures.

Season Overview

Sunderland, who secured their place in the Premier League by winning the Championship play-off final last season, currently sits in seventh place. They have accumulated eight points from their first five games of the season.

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