Sunderland consider move for Southampton's Ramirez

According to reports, Sunderland could make a surprise January transfer move for Southampton's midfielder Gaston Ramirez. The Uruguayan international has been told that he is free to leave if a club matches the Saints' 15 million Euro valuation.

Ramirez has been linked with a return to Italy, with the likes of Napoli interested. Turkish giants Galatasaray have also made an enquiry for the player.


It appears that Sunderland manager Gus Poyet is ready to make a surprise bid for Ramirez and is willing to match the reported transfer fee. Poyet, who is also Uruguayan, has already been in contact with Black Cats' club representatives to discuss a potential transfer switch.