FC Nordsjælland tracking free agent Bertrand Traore after Sunderland exit

Bertrand Traore is being considered by FC Nordsjælland as the Burkina Faso international looks for a new club after leaving Sunderland.

The 30-year-old forward is currently without a contract and has emerged as a potential target for the Danish club, according to Pete O’Rourke. FC Nordsjælland are looking to strengthen their attacking options and are understood to value Traore’s experience of playing in several European leagues.

Traore’s record at the highest level is also believed to be an important factor behind the club’s interest. FC Nordsjælland see his background and experience as qualities that could add value to their forward line, although it remains unclear whether their interest will lead to a formal offer.

The player became a free agent after completing his departure from Sunderland at the end of last season. His availability could make negotiations more straightforward for FC Nordsjælland, as the Danish club would not need to pay a transfer fee to sign him.

That situation may increase the number of clubs able to explore a deal for the experienced attacker. According to Transfermarkt, Traore’s current market value is estimated at 4 million euros, despite the fact that he can be signed without a transfer fee.

FC Nordsjælland are not the only club monitoring the forward’s position. Trabzonspor and Ajax Amsterdam are also paying attention to the Burkina Faso international’s situation, with Africafoot having previously reported that interest exclusively.

For now, Traore remains unattached and the next step in his career has yet to be decided. The possibility of a move to Denmark could provide him with an opportunity to continue playing in Europe, while the interest from Trabzonspor and Ajax Amsterdam means there may be competition for his signature.

Any agreement will depend on whether FC Nordsjælland decide to turn their interest into a concrete proposal in the coming days. Until then, the club’s reported pursuit remains at the monitoring stage, with Traore assessing his options following his spell with Sunderland.

Sunderland are also set to feature in the opening round of the English league season, when they face Ipswich. For that match, the betting company 1xBet lists Ipswich at odds of 2.65 to win, with a draw priced at 3.20 and a Sunderland victory at 2.45.