Sunderland may need an improved transfer offer if the Premier League side return for CA Osasuna's Victor Munoz in the summer.
Wednesday edition of news diary Sunderland's interest and evaluation of the winger has been covered since January.
The Black Cats added Nilson Angulo and Jocelyn Ta B to their squad in the winter market. The wingers have arrived at the Stadium of Light from Anderlecht and Maccabi Netanya respectively.
Angulo's preferred position is on the left wing, while Ta Bi operates on the right side of the attack.
The Ecuadorian joined on international deadline day and before his arrival, Regis Le Bris's side wanted to sign Munoz.
Sunderland first Victor Munoz try
Osasuna paid Real Madrid €5m to acquire 50% of his rights in July 2025. Víctor Munoz scored five goals and provided five assists in 2,196 minutes in 29 games this season.
His performances convinced the English club to make solid progress in the last window.
Last month, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain Regarding Sunderland's late attempt to sign the 22-year-old.
The Black Cats initially offered €20m and returned with an improved bid of €25m plus Eliezer Mayenda on loan until the end of the season. However, both the Spaniard and La Liga sides rejected these offers.
First in line for call-up
Muñoz has not made his debut for Spain or represented them at youth level. However, he is in contention to receive his first call-up from manager Luis de la Fuente this month.
La Roja to face Argentina in 2026 Finalsima and Egypt [friendly] During the upcoming international break.
De la Fuente is looking for a replacement due to the injury to Athletic Club Bilbao star Nico Williams. The newspaper says Sunderland target RCD Mallorca has emerged as a strong contender along with Jan Virgili.
The Black Cats offer is worthwhile
Le Bris's team may have identified the Spaniard as a player with potential for development. That may have been an opportunity to improve their attack immediately and help raise money in the long run.
However, Osasuna's decision not to accept Sunderland's offer is also understandable. This has given him the chance to enjoy minutes and he is in contention to make his debut for Spain this month.
Sunderland clearly saw something, and for less than €30m they almost got the future Spain international.
transfer market Let's just say that since joining Osasuna his valuation has increased from €1m to €10m in June, although in the real world this is largely irrelevant.
He has a contract until 2030, which includes a €40m release clause. Osasuna have informed Sunderland about this, and his €40m move would be solidified by a national team debut.
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