RB Leipzig is negotiating with AFC Sunderland over the departure of Lutsharel Geertruida. The 25-year-old Dutchman will not be extended. Geertruida played 30 times for AFC Sunderland in the just-ended season. He was nominated for the World Cup from the Netherlands. AFC Sunderland has a 23 million euro buyout option for the Dutchman on loan from RB Leipzig, but will not exercise it. Sunderland AFC today confirmed its retained list for the 2026-27 season. Accordingly, negotiations are currently underway for the 25-year-old defender. In the just-ended season, Geertruida played 30 official games for AFC. He was nominated for the World Cup from the Netherlands. Further information can be found below.