Leeds United and Sunderland looked at Galatasaray’s Gabriel Sara in the winter market.

That’s according to Fotospor from Turkey, who report on Leeds United and Sunderland’s failed attempts to sign the midfielder.

The Brazilian arrived in Europe when Norwich City signed him from São Paulo in July 2022 and left the Championship side for Galatasaray in August 2024.

Sara has been a regular for the Turkish champions, scoring eight goals and contributing 13 assists from 71 matches so far.

Leeds United and Sunderland approaches

His performances would have convinced the Whites and Régis Le Bris’ side to consider a move in January.

Last year, Sport Witness covered several claims of interest from Sheffield United and Manchester City’s initial approach. However, the two teams eventually didn’t bring him

Leeds United and Sunderland have looked at the possibility of signing Sara. According to the report, the South American had held talks with both Daniel Farke’s side and the Black Cats.

It’s claimed both Sara and the Istanbul club didn’t find Leeds United and Sunderland’s proposals to be attractive. Therefore, the player didn’t consider moving either to Elland Road or the Stadium of Light in the last window.

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