England striker, Jermain Defoe has been in good form throughout the season for his present club Sunderland, scoring 15 goals for them. However, it was not enough to save their season, as The Black Cats got relegated from the Premier League and will be playing in the Championship next year. There is a good possibility that the veteran forward might look to end his journey with Sunderland and find a more viable option to play in the Premier League for the next season during the transfer window.
Given his goalscoring record in the present season, a number of clubs are already interested in making him a part of their line-up for the next season. In the current situation, Bournemouth looks to be the front runners for securing the services of the England international next term.
Bournemouth are currently placed in a comfortable position on the Premier League table and will look to finish right there. Having secured another season of top flight football, the Cherries are in search for a striker who can be able to power their attack with his prowess and regularity in terms of scoring goals and Defoe completely fits their bill.
The Cherries look to be the most likely club to rope in the Sunderland striker next season, given that Defoe enjoyed a successful loan spell at Bournemouth early in his career. He has a good relation with the club’s management and is reportedly looking for a second stint with the South Coast club. This is undoubtedly going to boost the chances of Bournemouth to acquire the services of the current Sunderland striker for the forthcoming season.
Cherries boss Eddie Howe has been a bit sceptical of his side’s current attacking form and is looking for someone experienced to spearhead their attack. The Bournemouth management is confident of the fact that the presence of Jermain Defoe up-front for them can be a big boost to the team.
As per sources, the England international will go out of Sunderland as a free agent owing to a contract clause with his current club. Sunderland’s current manager David Moyes has also confirmed that there is a full possibility for the veteran striker to leave the Stadium of Light in the forthcoming season, as he is always willing to play in top flight football.
Reportedly, apart from Bournemouth, Crystal Palace is also looking interested in securing Defoe’s services for the next season. Sam Allardyce, the current manager of the Eagles, will be more than happy to sign Defoe, who already has a good experience of playing under his coaching.
