Sunderland starlet Jordan Pickford wanted by cash-rich RB Leipzig as the drop looms for Black Cats
Shot stopper has starred for the Black Cats in a difficult season at the Stadium of Light
JORDAN PICKFORD is a shock target for Red Bull Leipzig, who are offering Sunderland’s super shot stopper the Champions League over the Championship.
The Black Cats are heading for the drop despite the 23-year-old’s spectacular form in his breakthrough season.
The England hopeful would be a sensational capture, with the Bundesliga outfit ready to splash out as much as £12million while many Premier League clubs watch but fail to commit.
The cash-rich Bundesliga side have also been linked with Chelsea youngster Dominic Solanke - who is yet to agree fresh terms at Stamford Bridge.
Pickford, who has been shortlisted for the PFA Young Player of the Year award, future is in serious doubt as relegation looms at the Stadium of Light.
But as SunSport previously reported, the 'keeper also has a long list of Premier League clubs who are looking to capture his signature.
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With Arsenal, Man City, Tottenham, Everton and West Ham all in the race to sign the highly-rated youngster.
Sunderland may look to cash in on the shot stopper if they fail to avoid the drop.
In his first-full season in the Premier League he has currently made 23 appearances.
