"The January transfer window could see Santiago Gimenez make a swift move to the Premier League with both Sunderland and Brentford showing interest in the attacker, according to Calciomercato. The Mexican international's time at the San Siro has been far from smooth. Since joining AC Milan from Feyenoord in a deal worth over 30 million during the January 2025 window, Gimenez has struggled to replicate the electric form that made him one of Europe's most coveted young forwards."
"Despite early promise, his adaptation to Italian football has been slow. Now, Milan are reportedly open to parting ways with the 24-year-old if the right offer arrives, ideally one that would allow them to recoup most of their investment and pave the way for the signing of a new centre-forward. Gimenez's potential departure would also create financial room for the Rossoneri to strengthen other key areas in the squad."
"Among the interested parties, Sunderland have taken the initiative. The Black Cats have reportedly opened direct talks with Gimenez's agent, Rafaela Pimenta, to explore the possibility of a paid loan deal that includes an obligation to buy should certain performance clauses be met. The club's sporting director, Florent Ghisolfi, formerly of AS Roma, is said to be a long-term admirer of Gimenez and sees him as the ideal player to lead Sunderland's attacking line as they continue their remarkable Premier League campaign."
Sunderland have started the season strongly after promotion and sit seventh under manager Regis Le Bris while competing with major Premier League clubs. The club wants to strengthen in the January transfer window with a new striker as the top priority. Sunderland and Brentford have shown interest in Santiago Gimenez, with reported competition from Fenerbahce. Gimenez joined AC Milan from Feyenoord for over €30 million in January 2025 but has struggled to adapt. Milan are open to selling to recoup investment and free funds. Sunderland have opened direct talks for a paid loan with an obligation to buy tied to performance clauses, and sporting director Florent Ghisolfi views Gimenez as an ideal attacking leader.
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