Sunderland are reportedly stepping up their transfer ambitions with a strong push to sign Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo, according to TeamTalk via EPL Index.
The 25-year-old forward is said to have emerged as a genuine target for the Black Cats, who are described as "firmly in pole position" to secure his signature. The interest reflects a broader shift in mentality at the club since their return to the Premier League, with Sunderland increasingly willing to compete for players who might once have been out of reach.
Catamo has been a regular contributor for Sporting in recent seasons, and links of this kind suggest Sunderland's recruitment team are targeting proven quality from established European leagues rather than settling for lower-risk options.
No fee or personal terms have been reported, and Sporting's stance on a potential sale remains unclear. As with any transfer link at this early stage, the move should be treated as speculation until Sunderland or Sporting confirm concrete negotiations. For now, it's another sign of the north-east club's growing appetite to strengthen aggressively this window.