Arsenal star Daniel Ballard set to join Sunderland in permanent transfer after Burnley move collapses at last minute
ARSENAL ace Daniel Ballard is set to sign for Sunderland after his move to Burnley collapsed, reports suggest.
Ballard reportedly arrived at Turf Moor for a medical but terms could not be agreed and talks broke down at the last minute.
According to Football Insider, however, the defender’s camp moved quickly and he is now set to join the Black Cats.
The same report claims a deal has been agreed between Sunderland and the Gunners.
The 22-year-old has already completed a medical at the Stadium of Light and the agreement will become official within the next 24 hours.
Sunderland manager Alex Neil is looking to boost his squad following their return to the Championship.
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The once Premier League regulars are dreaming of a swift return to the top tier after their recent promotion.
This all works as a significant transfer blow for new Burnley manager Vincent Kompany.
The Clarets are in serious need of reinforcements at the back after losing James Tarkowski and Ben Mee this summer.
Ballard honed his craft at Arsenal‘s academy as a child and was first loaned out to Swindon Town in 2019.
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The centre-back joined Blackpool a year later where he made 30 appearances.
Ballard spent last season at Millwall where he scored one goal in 32 games.
That all led to a senior call-up by Northern Ireland, where he has registered ten caps so far.