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Sunderland have easy decision after details of Trai Hume transfer bid emerge

Alex Charlton
Alex Charlton

Alex is a lifelong Sunderland supporter who's been reporting on Mackem News since April 2025. Indeed, he started working for Breaking Media in April and has since graduated from St Mary's University as a NCTJ Gold Standard-accredited journalist, having completed his Master's degree in Sports Journalism. Alex previously worked for Football League World and has featured on the Roker Report, providing his opinion on all things Sunderland. While getting to the games is tricky, given his job, one of the highlights of his life was watching (and crying) as the Black Cats defeated Sheffield United at Wembley Stadium last season.

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Sunderland have already sold two key assets this summer and will not want to lose another one.

Tommy Watson left the Stadium of Light to join Brighton for £10million, but gave the ultimate gift of the winning goal in the play-off final.

Then, Jobe Bellingham exited Sunderland for Borussia Dortmund, following in his older brother's footsteps.

Now, there has been news of a transfer bid for Trai Hume, who has been with the Wearsiders since League One.

Jobe Bellingham Sunderland
Bellingham blows a kiss at Wembley Stadium (Credit: Imago)

Sunderland receive transfer bid for Hume

Hume was announced as Sunderland's Player of the Season after a superb, consistent showing in the Championship.

As a result, he is one of the few of the promoted crop expected to retain his starting position for the forthcoming Premier League season.

The Northern Ireland international arrived from Linfield for less than £1m and has developed into a key player on Wearside.

SeasonAppearancesGoalsAssists
2021/22300
2022/233522
2023/244711
2024/254836
Hume's Sunderland statistics by season

However, Hume has attracted interest from the Premier League, with Everton and Wolves credited with interest.

Now, Wolfsburg have made a £10m bid for the right back, according to Ben Jacobs (11 August).

The 23-year-old currently has two years remaining on his contract, while there is an option for a further year.

Hume last agreed fresh terms in the summer of 2023, meaning the Black Cats could be forced into action soon.

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Black Cats have only one word to say to Wolfsburg after Hume bid

Given Hume's importance to Sunderland, the only thing they need to say to Wolfsburg is no.

The Northern Irishman is one of the North East club's best players, and he is deserving of a Premier League chance.

Furthermore, the right back is surely worth more than the £10m on the table from the Bundesliga side.

  • Hume is one of Sunderland's longest-serving players
  • He was recognised for his stellar performances
  • The defender is due a new contract at the Stadium of Light

Hume has a high ceiling, and at 23, he could go on to become a leading full-back in the Premier League.

Wolfsburg is not exactly much of a step up either, meaning the move should not appeal to the defender.

Sunderland must now be proactive and offer Hume the contract he deserves at the Stadium of Light.

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