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Sunderland target has head on Black Cats and causes drama

Sunderland target Igor Paixão has had a difficult start to the season, after Marseille didn’t let him seal a move to the Premier League side in the summer window. Towards the end of August, Sunderland made concrete attempts to secure…

By Naveen Ullal · Sport Witness

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 4:07 PM

Key Things to Know

Igor Paixão has struggled and caused drama at Marseille after a summer move to Sunderland fell through.
The winger refused to shake manager Bruno Génésio's hand after being substituted against Troyes.
Sunderland had attempted to secure a permanent transfer for the €35m forward late in August.

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Marseille winger Igor Paixão is reportedly unsettled and causing drama after seeing a proposed summer transfer to Sunderland blocked by the Ligue 1 club. The 26-year-old Brazilian refused to shake hands with manager Bruno Génésio after being substituted in the 87th minute of Marseille's 2-0 victory over Troyes.

Paixão has struggled for form this season, failing to score and providing only one assist across six matches. French media outlet La Provence criticized his performances since the failed permanent move, while Paixão recently indicated that he expects to leave Marseille next year.

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