Sunderland is among several clubs vying for the signature of Glen Kamara. Reports suggest the Black Cats will face stiff competition to secure the Stade Rennais midfielder in January.
Kamara, who was previously linked with Sunderland for a potential loan move over the holiday season, is now attracting interest from other clubs. Jeunes Footeux reports that Rennes, under new manager Regis Le Bris, is tracking the former Leeds United and Rangers player for a more substantial offer in the near future.
However, Sunderland won’t have an easy path, as Premier League and Championship sides, including Southampton, Ipswich Town, Burnley, and Middlesbrough, are all said to be in the hunt for the 29-year-old.
There is growing uncertainty surrounding Kamara’s future at Stade Rennais. After his summer move from Leeds, Kamara’s playing time has decreased under new manager Jorge Sampaoli. The Finnish midfielder was left out of the squad for a recent 1-0 loss to Nantes and has only seen brief action in a 2-0 victory over Angers. This shift has fueled speculation about his potential departure.
Despite the reduced role, Kamara has spoken positively about his move to Ligue 1. In a recent interview he said, “I feel settled now. I didn’t know anyone before I joined. I had played against Jordan James a few times, but I basically came in fresh-faced. I’m learning French, and I understand more than I can speak! This is the first time I’ve played outside the UK, so that’s a challenge in itself. Hopefully, moving to Rennes and playing in Ligue 1 can enhance my game and make me a better player.”
