The talented 21-year-old had initially rejected the chance to even talk to Paolo Di Canio’s men, but has now apparently had a change of heart – deciding to now hear out the Premier LEague outfit and reports are now suggesting that he is ready to make the move.
Peruzzi, who is the cousin of former Italian international goalkeeper Angelo Peruzzi, came to the Black Cats attention in the 2012 Copa Libertadores when he effortlessly marked Neymar out of their semi-final clash with Santos.
The player himself is reported to have confirmed the offer from Sunderland but said: “My mind is set on Newell’s, and then we will see.”
His general manager – former Newcastle United midfielder Christian Bassedas confirmed that Peruzzi may not be at the club for much longer.
“He is the one that is closer to leaving the club,” he said.
The right-back-cum-right-winger has made just a handful of appearances for the club but has already gained four international caps for Argentina and due to his Italian lineage he would be able to secure a European passport relatively easily, meaning he would not require a work permit to play in the Premier League.