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Phil Smith and James Copley discuss the latest Sunderland transfer news, including Granit Xhaka's decision to stay and Eliezer Mayenda's departure.

Phil Smith and James Copley are back on The Roar Podcast to discuss the latest Sunderland transfer news after a dramatic few days on Wearside.The lads react to Granit Xhaka staying at Sunderland following Chelsea interest, what it means for the Black Cats moving forward and why keeping their captain is such a major statement.They also discuss Eliezer Mayenda’s departure, the £20million deal, his Sunderland legacy and what the club must do next in the forward market.Plus, the latest transfer links, squad questions and what could happen next as Sunderland continue preparations for the new season.

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Hosts: Phil Smith, James Copley

Topics covered

• Sunderland transfers
• Granit Xhaka
• Eliezer Mayenda
• football news
• transfer market
• Sunderland preparations

Keywords

• Sunderland
• transfers
• Granit Xhaka
• Eliezer Mayenda
• football
• Chelsea
• Black Cats

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Organizations: Chelsea, Sunderland

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