Sunderland's £25.7m transfer for Toulouse defender Dayann Methalie now hangs in the balance after failing a part of his medical ahead of a move to the Stadium of Light.
The 20-year-old landed in the North East of England on Sunday night before undertaking his medical in the last 24 hours. However, a complication has now arisen, and the player is on his way back to France, with further medical tests required.
Back injury puts move on hold
Belgian reporter Sacha Tavolieri claims the defender has a light back injury, which has put the move on hold. It's unclear whether Sunderland will pull out of the transfer entirely, with the result likely depending on those further tests.
Nevertheless, it's a blow for Sunderland who had fended off interest from a number of European clubs to sign the highly-rated youth international.
Left-back void
Methalie had turned down interest in Italy ahead of a proposed move to Wearside, filling the left-back void Regis Le Bris had been keen on strengthening.
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