The most recent transfer rumours involving Sunderland state that Preston North End and Liam Millar are apparently in negotiations.
Reports suggest that Preston North End is currently engaged in discussions with Swiss club Basel regarding the permanent transfer of attacker Liam Millar. The Canadian forward, who initially came through the ranks at Liverpool, had loan stints at Kilmarnock and Charlton Athletic before making a permanent move to Basel in 2021. Millar subsequently joined Preston North End on loan during the summer transfer window, featuring in 24 matches, scoring three goals, and contributing five assists.
Due to the winger’s impressive play, Sunderland reportedly showed interest in him. According to Sun columnist Alan Nixon, the Black Cats wanted to sign the attacker as a long-term successor for Jack Clarke.
According to reports from Alan Nixon, Sunderland is likely to wait until the end of the season unless a substantial offer is presented for Jack Clarke. The club is said to be holding out for an approximately £18 million fee, and Brentford has shown interest in the former Leeds United player. Despite two bids from Serie A club Lazio, Clarke remained at Sunderland during the recent transfer window.
On a different note, Preston North End is reportedly at the forefront in negotiations to secure Liam Millar from Basel. Reports from the Lancashire Evening Post indicate that discussions are already underway between Preston North End and Basel for Millar’s permanent transfer. Millar is under contract with Basel until 2025, but there is an expectation that he will leave the Swiss club this summer. The Canadian winger expressed a desire to return to England this season, having previously been a part of Fulham’s academy before joining Liverpool in 2016. After five years with Liverpool, Millar moved to Basel in 2021 for a reported £1.3 million and is said to have settled well back in the north-west.
According to reports, Preston North End faced challenges in negotiating a loan deal with an option or obligation to buy for Liam Millar. This situation leaves them vulnerable to potential competition that could disrupt their plans to secure Millar permanently in the summer.
The Lancashire Evening Post suggests that the power lies with the player, as Millar has the option to wait until the summer to assess his options. The report indicates that Millar has enjoyed his time with Preston North End, fitting in well with the squad. Notably, unlike previous loan stars Tom Cannon and Cameron Archer, Millar is not affiliated with a Premier League club.