Sunderland are on the brink of signing Strasbourg attacking midfielder Habib Diarra.
A deal worth around £30m has been struck between the two clubs.
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Diarra has been on Sunderland's radar since the start of last season.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting: "EXCLUSIVE: Sunderland agree deal to sign Habib Diarra as new midfielder from RC Strasbourg, here we go!
"Understand agreement has been reached tonight between clubs for €35.5m package add-ons included.
"Sell-on clause also included and medical tests booked."