Sunderland Snatches Meunier from Valencia

Sunderland has successfully outpaced Valencia in the race to sign Belgian full-back Thomas Meunier, as revealed by journalist David Ornstein.

David Ornstein has clarified that the deal was completed swiftly, bringing the player closer to a move to the English club during the current summer transfer window.

The report indicated that Sunderland has taken the lead over Valencia in negotiations, despite the Spanish club's interest in signing the player.

The deal was finalized after Sunderland offered Mounié a more financially appealing contract compared to the bid made by Valencia, leading the Belgian international to choose a move to the English side.