00:00Sunderland have made it clear they will not entertain any move for rising star Noah Siddiqui
00:07despite interest from Manchester United. The 21-year-old DR Congo midfielder has impressed
00:12since joining from Union St. Golis with his performances, sending his market value soaring
00:18well beyond the £50m the Black Cats paid last summer. United reportedly looking to refresh
00:25their midfield have been linked with a potential £50m swap involving Siddiqui and underwhelming
00:31Uruguayan Manuel Ugarte. However, Sunderland are standing firm with manager Reggie Libri describing
00:37Siddiqui as one of the club's crown jewels and classifying him as untouchable. The player is
00:43tied to a long-term deal until 2013 ensuring the Black Cats retain control of their prized asset.
00:50Financially, Sunderland remain well positioned despite a major summer overhaul that included
00:54the sales of Joe Bellingham to Dortmund and Tommy Watson to Brighton. The club's already
01:01added £3m signing Josin Tabi from Maccabi Netanya and could make further targeted acquisitions
01:07in January. Libri also confirmed that while Siddiqui is off-limits, Sunderland are open to
01:13offers for fringe players such as Anthony Paterson and former captain Dan Neal. For now, Sunderland's
01:20strategy is clear. Retain their key talent, maintain squad depth and balance ambition
01:24with stability as they continue their push in the Premier League.
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