Sunderland sign Jules Ahoka as transfer needs remain
Sunderland winger Romaine Mundle has signed a new deal until 2030 after 52 appearances and eight goal contributions, with Florent Ghisolfi praising his development as Sunderland seek more signings before the deadline.
Sunderland sign 20-year-old midfielder Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for about £8m. The DR Congo youth international becomes their third summer arrival and takes No 29.
Sunderland’s Ipswich defeat exposed centre-back depth, errors playing out from the back and a lack of wing threat. The verdict: sign a starting right winger and more cover.
Sunderland lost 2-1 at Ipswich after Angulo’s free-kick cancelled Emersonn’s opener, but Jack Clarke punished a late defensive error. Fulham next offers a quick response.
Profile of Sunderland target Jules Ahoka, a 20-year-old Antwerp midfielder praised for ground duels, ball recoveries and line-breaking passes, with scope to cover centre-back.
Sunderland writers expect a busy finish, with a right winger the main need, plus centre-back and striker cover. Outgoings could include Browne, Ba, Hemir, Alese and Seelt.
