CONFIRMED: Sunderland Complete Deal to Sign Armand Laurienté for €20M from Sassuolo

“Norms confirmed!” – Another blockbuster move as Black Cats pass €100M in summer spend

Sunderland, July 2025 – Sunderland AFC have agreed a sensational deal to sign French winger Armand Laurienté from Serie B side Sassuolo in a move that underlines the club’s bold ambitions.

The deal, worth a €20 million fixed fee, pushes Sunderland’s total summer transfer spending beyond the €100 million mark, an astonishing statement of intent as the club prepares to challenge for Premier League promotion and long-term stability at the top level.

Laurienté has already agreed personal terms with the club, and his medical tests are expected to take place imminently before an official unveiling at the Stadium of Light.

The 25-year-old winger has dazzled fans in both Ligue 1 and Serie A with his pace, technical flair, and deadly ability on the counterattack. He scored 9 goals and registered 6 assists in all competitions last season for Sassuolo despite their relegation struggles, emerging as one of their few bright lights.

A product of the Rennes academy, Laurienté has been praised for his agility, work rate, and versatility — capable of playing on either flank or behind the striker.

A senior Sunderland source called the deal a “landmark signing” for the club’s project, noting:

“Laurienté brings something electric to this squad. His arrival shows we’re building something serious here.”

On social media, Black Cats fans were ecstatic:

This summer has seen a huge shift in investment under owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and sporting director Kristjaan Speakman. The club has landed several high-profile targets across midfield and defence, with Laurienté now spearheading the attacking reinforcements.

Key Signings This Window:

Total spending: €100M+

Laurienté is expected to slot into Tony Mowbray’s dynamic wide system, giving Sunderland more width, directness, and unpredictability in the final third — a crucial ingredient for their promotion push.

Sunderland are making serious moves this summer. With Laurienté’s arrival, they’ve added both quality and star power to their squad — and sent a clear message to the Championship and beyond: The Black Cats are back.