According to Sky Sports, Sunderland has reached an agreement with Leverkusen on Zachar's transfer, and personal terms have been reached last week, with a contract period of 3 years.

Romano said Zachar's transfer fee was £15 million. To reach the deal, Sunderland raised the total offer by £7 million. Zachar has been allowed to go to the UK for a medical examination.

The 32-year-old Swiss midfielder Zachar made 49 appearances in various competitions last season, scoring 2 goals and contributing 7 assists. Zhaka's contract with the club expires in the summer of 2028, and currently the player De has turned 12 million euros.