"Enemy" with Broja and friend with Xhaka, Mario Mitaj considers moving to Sunderland

Although he has a contract with Al-Ittihad until the summer of 2028, Mario Mitaj is close to leaving the reigning Saudi Arabian champions. The Al-Itihad board no longer has confidence in the Albanian's abilities, as does coach Sergio Conceição.

The media outlet "STC" has shed more "light" on the 22-year-old's future. It is said that Sunderland in the English Premier League has shown interest in the defender. If the transfer happens, it would be a big step in Mario Mitaj's career, where the English football elite is considered the most prestigious in the world.

The Black Cats also feature midfielder of Albanian origin Granit Xhaka. It is worth noting that the Premier League also features national team striker Armando Broja, part of Berne.               

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