Sunderland are reportedly close to agreeing a permanent deal for West Ham midfielder Pierre Ekwah. The Black Cats had been exploring a potential loan move for the 21-year-old, but discussions have now been held over a long-term switch.
And Sky Sports journalist Rob Dorsett this afternoon said via social media that an undisclosed fee has been agreed between the clubs and Ekwah is on Wearside for a medical after verbally accepting a four-and-a-half year contract. As yet there has been no confirmation from either Sunderland or West Ham, but it would be no surprise if the deal is completed.
Sunderland and West Ham had talks last week over a loan move for the highly-rated Frenchman, who has been capped five times by his country at U20 level. Ekwah joined Chelsea from Nantes in 2018, before moving on to West Ham in 2021 but he has yet to make a senior appearance since moving to England.
