Olympiacos Faces Competition From Sunderland and Marseille in Pursuit of Josh Doig Olympiacos F.C. are actively pursuing the services of 24-year-old Serie A left-back Josh Doig, but the Greek club faces stiff competition from Premier League side Sunderland AFC and Ligue 1 team Olympique de Marseille. According to reports, all three clubs are vying for the former Hibernian star, with Doig appearing set to leave Sassuolo this summer. The Daily Record highlighted that Marseille had previously attempted to sign Doig in 2024 but were outbid by Sassuolo, who secured his transfer for approximately £5 million. Doig, who made his Scotland debut against Liechtenstein last year, still has two years remaining on his contract with Sassuolo. However, the Daily Record’s Scott McDermott noted that Sunderland, Marseille, and Olympiacos are all monitoring his situation, with the defender likely to move before the transfer window closes. The interest in Doig has intensified following the sale of Francisco Ortega to River Plate, though Olympiacos is also exploring other options to replace the departed player. In addition to Doig, Olympiacos is reportedly considering the signing of Porto left-back Francisco Moura, 26, who is also linked with newly promoted Premier League side Coventry City. While preliminary talks have taken place between Olympiacos and Porto, no formal agreement has been reached. The Portuguese club values Moura at €10 million, a figure Olympiacos is unlikely to meet, as previous reports suggested the Greek club was willing to offer €7 million. This discrepancy leaves Coventry City in a stronger position to negotiate with Moura. The competition for Doig is further complicated by Marseille’s financial constraints.#olympique_de_marseille #josh_doig #olympiacos_fc #sunderland_afc #sassuolo_fc
Sunderland in Three-Way Battle for Sassuolo Full-Back Josh Doig as Transfer Window Nears Sunderland is engaged in a fierce three-way competition to secure Sassuolo’s left-back Josh Doig during the upcoming transfer window. According to recent reports from The Daily Record, the Black Cats are vying against Greek club Olympiacos and French side Olympique Marseille for the services of the 24-year-old Scottish defender. The race to sign Doig, who has established himself as a key player for Sassuolo, is intensifying as the summer transfer period approaches. Doig’s consistent performances in Serie A have made him a standout player for his current club. Over the past season, the full-back made 30 appearances for Sassuolo in the league, showcasing his defensive reliability and tactical awareness. Despite not contributing to the goal tally with his team, Doig’s ability to read the game and his strong tackling have been critical to Sassuolo’s defensive structure. His versatility as a left-back also allows him to adapt to wing-back roles when required, making him an attractive option for clubs seeking defensive flexibility. The Scottish defender’s contract with Sassuolo is set to expire in the summer of 2028, which could complicate Sunderland’s efforts to secure him on a short-term deal. However, the timing of the transfer window may provide an opportunity for the Black Cats to make a move, particularly if Doig’s current club is open to discussions. The challenge for Sunderland lies in competing with clubs that may have deeper financial resources or stronger links with Doig’s representatives. Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris faces a crucial decision in whether to pursue Doig. The French coach has emphasized the need for defensive reinforcements to bolster the team’s squad ahead of the new season.#sassuolo #sunderland #josh_doig #olympiacos #olympique_marseille
