Multiple reliable new sources are reporting that Sunderland have submitted a concrete bid for Alexis Claude-Maurice. The forward remains under contract at Augsburg, but the opening offer has opened the door for discussions between the two clubs - though it is unclear at this stage whether the current bid will be enough to tempt them to part with a prized asset. The transfer remains in progress, and with no other clubs involved, Sunderland look to be negotiating from a comfortable position. In season 26/27, Sunderland are only scoring 1.0 goals per game (2 in 2), below the Premier League average. Alexis Claude-Maurice would be brought in to give them more bite in the final third. Alongside this, Augsburg are said to be exploring Seol Young-Woo with Sunderland likewise connected to Dodi Lukebakio, Malick Fofana and Kevin Danso. Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom and get the latest Sunderland transfer news and rumours direct to your feed.