Sunderland have made a third summer signing by snapping up midfielder Noah Sadiki from Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.
The fee was undisclosed but the Wearsiders are reported to have paid an initial £14million that could rise to £17.5m.
Sadiki has signed a five-year deal at the Stadium of Light after playing a key role in Union SG’s first Belgian title success in 90 years last season.
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The 20-year-old has already made 140 senior appearances after starting out at Anderlecht and will add to a Sunderland squad recently bolstered by the signing of Senegal international Habib Diarra from Strasbourg and Enzo Le Fee, whose loan deal from Roma was made permanent following the club’s promotion via the play-offs in May.
Sadiki said: “I want to thank everyone for welcoming me to Sunderland. This is a huge club, but what convinced me was speaking to the people. They spoke about the history, what they want to build, and their belief in the part that I can play.
“I will bring duels, forward runs, passion, and track back. Above all else, I want to win – and I carry this desire with me every time I step onto the field. This is my team now, and I’m really happy with my decision.”
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said: “Noah’s enjoyed a great level of experience at a relatively young age, and alongside his drive to improve, this makes him an exciting addition to our squad.
“During his time at USG, he’s played in domestic and European competitions regularly, and the Premier League is a natural next step in his promising career. Our interest in acquiring his talents was long-standing, and we believe our culture and playing identity will enable him to thrive.
“He’s excited to be here, and we look forward to supporting him as he settles in Sunderland.”
