Simon Adingra
AJA
LW
Wide Forward
Jan 1, 2002 (24)
Right
5'9"
150 lb
Loaned to Ajax
Adingra (ankle) has been sent on loan to Ajax from Sunderland.
Analysis: Adingra is heading away from Sunderland for the 2026/27 season, as the attacker will instead head to the Netherlands with Ajax. This comes after he was on loan for the second half of last season with Monaco, scoring once in 14 appearances (nine starts) with Sunderland before scoring three goals and two assists in his 14 appearances (10 starts) with Monaco. He was likely to struggle for time in the Premier League this season, leaving some questions to be answered about his role with the Black Cats upon his return.
Remains sidelined against Fulham
Adingra has not recovered in time to feature in Sunday's Premier League clash against Fulham and remains sidelined, according to coach Regis Le Bris.
Analysis: Adingra has yet to feature this season after the injury he picked up during preseason also ruled him out of the opener against Ipswich. The winger remains short of a return for Sunday's contest, extending his spell on the sidelines into a second league match. Sunderland have yet to establish a firm timetable for when Adingra will be ready to rejoin the matchday squad.
Pictured in protective boot
Adingra was pictured wearing a protective boot on his left foot at Sunderland's training ground, likely explaining why he's set to miss Saturday's season opener against Ipswich, according to the Sunderland Echo.
Analysis: Adingra is believed to have picked up the knock during Sunderland's recent preseason win over Wrexham, where he appeared as a second-half substitute, and the club has yet to clarify the severity of the issue or whether the boot is merely precautionary. The timing adds a complication to his transfer situation, with West Ham having made a loan enquiry for the winger this summer as Sunderland weigh his long-term future following last season's loan spell at Monaco, where he scored three goals and added two assists across 17 appearances. Adingra is expected to be further assessed in the coming days, with both his fitness and his transfer future now closely intertwined heading into the rest of the window.
Will return to Sunderland
Adingra will leave Monaco after joining on loan during the winter transfer window, the club announced.
Analysis: Adingra made 17 appearances for Monaco, contributing three goals and two assists during his spell at the club. Monaco thanked Adingra for his commitment and wished him the best for the next chapter of his career, along with continued success representing Ivory Coast at the World Cup.
Makes cameo in Germany meeting
Adingra recorded one cross (one accurate), one chance created and one corner in 15 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Germany.
Analysis: Adingra was one of the first men off the bench for his side and picked up an okay amount of stats in the final third relative to his playing time, but he took too much time to make up his mind and take a shot after shaking free late in the match. He'll likely continue to be utilized as a sub. He hadn't played versus Ecuador.
Assists in finale
Adingra assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-4 loss versus Strasbourg.
Analysis: Adingra assisted Lamine Camara's goal in the 42nd minute Saturday, giving him a goal contribution on the final day of the season. It ends a solid loan spell with Monaco as he scored three goals and recorded two assists across 14 appearances (10 starts). He's now set to return to Sunderland in the Premier League next season.
Records two shots
Adingra had two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Lille.
Analysis: Adingra played 58 minutes in his start Sunday but was unable to get much going, with his two shots the highlight of his day. He comes into the final match day on the last game of his loan, recording three goals and one assist in 13 appearacnes (nine starts) since joining the team.
Assists opener in 2-2 draw
Adingra assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Toulouse.
Analysis: Adingra assisted Jordan Teze in the opening goal of a 2-2 draw against Toulouse. This was his first assist since joining Monaco in January, where he has also scored three goals. He has started seven of his 11 games, and this game was his second start in the last four games. He put one of his two shots on target and also created a chance.
Scores opener in 1-1 draw
Adingra scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United.
Analysis: Adingra scored his first goal of the season as he got his longest appearance of the season so far. The winger only started for the sixth time this season, having made a big-money move from Brighton in the summer. He took two shots, with the goal being his only shot on target. He also created a chance for the first time in five games.
Appears from bench
Adingra registered one cross (zero accurate) and one clearance in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Manchester City.
Analysis: Adingra earned his first appearance in two outings Saturday, as the attacker came off the bench for 18 minutes of play. He would see little success in his time on the field, only recording one cross. He remains a minimal option for the club since the first month of the season, only earning one start and six appearances since Sept. 13.
Option off bench
Adingra (hamstring) is an option off the bench for Monday's clash with Everton.
Analysis: Adingra is back available off the bench for Monday's match after overcoming a hamstring issue. He was always expected to return for this match and did just that. Adingra hasn't played since coming off in the 37th minute against Manchester United on Oct. 4.
Should be available Monday
Adingra is dealing with a hamstring injury but should be available for Monday's clash against Everton, coach Regis Le Bris said in the press conference. "Simon had a hamstring injury but he should be ok."
Analysis: Adingra missed the game against Chelsea due to a hamstring injury but the winger has been doing fine and is expected to be available for Monday's clash against the Toffees. This is good news for the Black Cats because he remains a valuable option in the frontline despite starting only one of his last four possible games.
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