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Sunderland's pursuit of Geny Catamo has hit another snag. A BOLA has learned that Sunderland recently contacted Sporting to inquire about the Mozambican winger's availability, only to be met with an immediate refusal from the Lisbon club. The Premier League side has been tracking Catamo for several months and had reportedly considered making a concrete offer in recent days. However, their approach thus far has been limited to an informal inquiry, with no formal bid submitted.
Following that initial inquiry, Sporting's response was unequivocal: there is no willingness to negotiate Catamo's departure. The club's management and coaching staff view the winger as a crucial component for the upcoming season, making their stance entirely unyielding. Especially after a significant squad overhaul, the SAD (Sporting's corporate entity) has determined that any potential departures (beyond those already in progress like Diomande, Pedro Gonçalves, and Daniel Bragança) will only be sanctioned if their respective release clauses are met – which, in Catamo's case, stands at a hefty €60 million.
This, it should be noted, isn't the first time the Mozambican international has attracted interest. Over recent weeks, the number 21 has been the subject of various approaches and inquiries from clubs in both England and Italy. However, Sporting's firm response has left no room for negotiation, effectively deterring potential suitors.
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