‘Driving Force’ Behind Sunderland’s Interest In Everton And Leeds United Scouted Star Emerges

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Sunderland's interest in Sporting Lisbon winger Geny Catamo has been driven by their first-team coach, Fonte, according to Portuguese sports daily A Bola. Sunderland were prepared to offer Catamo five times his current salary but couldn't agree on a transfer fee with Sporting Lisbon in the summer. The club signed Malick Fofana from Lyon instead. Catamo has been scouted by Premier League rivals Everton and Leeds United.

Catamo, a 25-year-old Mozambican winger, has been attracting attention with his performances in Portuguese football. Liverpool considered him a potential target in July, but Sporting Lisbon were unwilling to let him leave. Everton and Leeds United are still tracking Catamo, and interest in him remains strong as the winter transfer window approaches.

Sunderland's current struggles in the Premier League, with only one win in nine games, put them at risk of relegation. Fonte is believed to be convinced that Catamo could play a pivotal role in changing the club's fortunes. The club's manager, Regis Le Bris, continues to be backed by the club, and there will be pressure to make signings in January if their situation hasn't improved.