Sunderland Were Keeping A Keen Eye On This Ligue 1 Midfielder: Should Le Bris Recruit Him?

Sunderland Were Keeping A Keen Eye On This Ligue 1 Midfielder: Should Le Bris Recruit Him? In a recent report , Sunderland Echo’s Mark Carruthers mentioned that Sunderland were keeping a keen eye on Lorient midfielder Arthur Avom. It has been claimed that the Black Cats are eager to get a deal done for the Cameroonian talent next year. Avom’s Solid Start To This Ligue 1 Campaign Avom has enjoyed a good run of form at the French club in this campaign as he has put in a string of solid displays for them in the middle of the park. The Cameroonian sensation has made ten appearances for Lorient this season but has failed to score or create a goal for them across multiple competitions. The 21-year-old is currently among the most gifted central midfielders in Ligue 1. Hence, it is no wonder that Sunderland are keeping a keen eye on him. His current deal at the French club will expire at the end of this campaign, which could open the door for the Black Cats to land him on a cut-price deal this January or on a free transfer next summer. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – MARCH 27: Ajdin Hrustic of Australia competes with Arthur Avom of Cameroon during the FIFA Series match between Australia Socceroos and Cameroon at Accor Stadium on March 27, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images) Should Sunderland Boss Regis Le Bris Recruit Avom? Avom is a solid tackler of the ball and can read the danger well to make some crucial interceptions for his team in the middle of the park. He usually puts his foot through the ball when needed and is a tidy passer as well from midfield. However, the Cameroonian whizkid has to find a way to add more goals and assists to his game. Avom is primarily a box-to-box midfielder but can also fill in as an attacking midfielder or a holding midfielder if told to do so. However, there are some concerns on whether he can make a smooth transition to life in the Premier League if the Black Cats manage to bring him on board next year. We can expect Avom to bring more quality and depth to Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris’ midfield department. He is good enough to compete for a regular first-team spot at the Stadium of Light. At 21, Avom has the potential to be a world-class player in his position someday. Hence, the Black Cats should focus on recruiting him in the January transfer window or next summer.