‘There’s A Better Chance’ – Sunderland Target Igor Paixao Makes Move Admission

Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images Sunderland target Igor Paixao has revealed that he is willing to take a pay cut to help Marseille amid their financial difficulties, while adding he believes if he does move then next summer is more likely than January.

Over the summer, Leeds United and Sunderland made approaches to bring the winger to England, but despite Marseille needing to raise funds, a deal failed to materialise.

Paixao caught the eye with 12 goals and seven assists in all competitions during his debut season at Marseille, attracting interest from the Black Cats, while Leeds had also been keen on the Brazilian before his move to France. @media only screen and (max-width:42em){#videoAd{min-height:382px!important}#snack_dex7,#snack_mex7{max-height:50px!important;max-width:320px!important}}@media only screen and (min-width:42em){#videoAd{min-height:480px!important}#belowVideoAd{min-height:120px!important}}#videoAd{background:#f9f9f9}#belowVideoAd{background:#f9f9f9;width:100%} Enjoying this story?

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