Sunderland are in the race to sign midfielder with £33m release clause
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16-second readSunderland are among several Premier League clubs monitoring Almeria midfielder Stefan Dzodic, who has a £33m release clause, according to EPL Index citing TeamTalk. Dzodic, a 21-year-old Serbian international, is under contract until 2032. Atletico Madrid are currently leading the chase, having opened discussions with his representatives. The player's profile includes physical presence, composure, and tactical flexibility.
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Sunderland are among several Premier League clubs monitoring Almeria midfielder Stefan Dzodic, who has a £33m release clause, according to EPL Index citing TeamTalk. Dzodic, a 21-year-old Serbian international, is under contract until 2032. Atletico Madrid are currently leading the chase, having opened discussions with his representatives. The player's profile includes physical presence, composure, and tactical flexibility.
Other Premier League clubs tracking Dzodic include Bournemouth, Brentford, and Brighton, all of whom have followed his development since his 2025 transfer from Montpellier. Sunderland's interest is described as genuine, although not yet advanced. Dzodic has made 10 appearances for Almeria this season, scoring one goal and providing one assist, and has also made his senior Serbia debut.
Atletico's early engagement with Dzodic's representatives has elevated the situation, potentially forcing other interested clubs to decide whether to act. While Sunderland are not yet close to making a formal move, the club's interest is seen as ambitious, reflecting their growing ability to compete for top talent. A move to the Premier League has not been ruled out for Dzodic.
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- Sunderland, Atletico Madrid, Almeria
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Sunderland are among the clubs monitoring Stefan Dzodic, with Atletico Madrid currently leading the chase for the highly rated Almeria midfielder, according to TeamTalk. The 21-year-old has emerged as one of the more intriguing young operators in the market, and there is a growing sense that his situation could gather pace over the months ahead. Dzodic, a Serbian international born in France, is under contract at Almeria until 2032 and has a €40million, £33m, release clause. That figure, allied to Almeria’s secure negotiating position, means any suitor will need to move seriously if interest turns into action. As reported, Atletico have already “opened discussions with the player’s representatives”, a notable development even if the move is being shaped with 2027 in mind.
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