Former Sheffield Wednesday loanee, Ian Poveda, has joined Inter Bogota in Colombia after a difficult spell at Sunderland.

Poveda became a popular player during his short time on loan with the Owls from Leeds United, putting in some excellent performances as Danny Röhl’s side completed the great escape in 2024.

Wednesday did look to try and sign the attacker on a permanent basis when his Leeds contract came to an end in the summer that followed, but he opted for Wearside on what was said to be a big-money deal at the Stadium of Light.

Ian Poveda has left England

Unfortunately for him, though, injuries meant that he endured a rough time with the club, and this week it was confirmed that he has moved to the country that he represents at international level, Colombia, to join a team led by real estate investor, Al Tylis and Club Necaxa executive Sam Porter, and also includes other investors such as Eva Longoria, Ryan Reynolds, and Rob McElhenney.

The news was announced by his former club today, who said, “Sunderland AFC today confirmed that Ian Poveda has agreed a permanent transfer to Internacional de Bogotá. Subject to international clearance, the 26-year-old moves to the Colombian Liga DIMAYOR side for an undisclosed fee. Poveda spent 18 months on Wearside and made six appearances for the Club.”

Meanwhile, Florent Ghisolfi, the Black Cats’ Director of Football, said, “After positive discussions with Ian, we agreed to facilitate this move so he can pursue a new challenge in his career. We wish him all the best for this next chapter in Colombia.”

Poveda will now be hoping to kickstart his career once again having played for the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona at youth level but not yet managed to hold down a regular place as a senior professional.