Sunderland AFC
Club profile →CLUB DATA
Last season (2025-26)
7th
54pts
14W 12D 12L
42:48 (-6)
of 20 clubs
Squad make-up
- Average age
- 25.1
- Average height
- 182cm
- Nationalities
- 16
- Right / Left / Both
- 17 / 6 / 0
- Youngest
- Chris Rigg 19
- Oldest
- Simon Moore 36
This summer's moves
IN 2
- Simon AdingraRWfrom AS Monaco
- T. MeunierRBfrom Lille OSC
OUT 1
- Eliezer Mayenda DossouFWto Stade Rennais FC
Only moves where both clubs are covered on this site are listed.
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21
GK
Simon Moore
NationalityEngland
Age36 (1990-05-19)
Height / Weight191cm / 83kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsCoventry City, Sheffield United, Cardiff City, Brentford
Profile
A vastly experienced veteran goalkeeper with spells at Sheffield United and several other clubs. Provides invaluable dressing room presence and coaching ability to support the team. Known for his reliable shot-stopping.
22
GK
Robin Roefs
NationalityNetherlands
Age23 (2003-01-17)
Height / Weight193cm / 72kg
FootLeft
National Team-
Previous ClubsNEC Nijmegen
Profile
A tall goalkeeper who emerged in the Eredivisie during his time at NEC. His rare left-footedness enables accurate build-up play, complemented by quick reflexes in shot-stopping. Secured the starting spot from his first Premier League season, recording multiple clean sheets.
31
GK
Melker Ellborg
NationalitySweden
Age23 (2003-05-22)
Height / Weight191cm / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsMalmö FF
Profile
A Swedish goalkeeper who joined from Malmo FF in the January 2026 window. Brings Champions League and Europa League experience, valued for his consistent shot-stopping and composure with the ball at his feet.
4
DF
CB
Kevin Danso
NationalityAustria
Age28 (1998-09-19)
Height / Weight190cm / 89kg
FootRight
National TeamAustria
Previous ClubsTottenham Hotspur, RC Lens, FC Augsburg, Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan), Southampton (loan)
Profile
A physically imposing centre-back who dominates aerial battles and one-on-one situations. Established himself as a key player at Lens in Ligue 1 before joining on loan in February 2025, then completing a permanent transfer in summer. A defensive pillar for the Austria national team.
5
DF
CB
Dan Ballard
NationalityNorthern Ireland
Age27 (1999-09-22)
Height / Weight187cm / 85kg
FootRight
National TeamNorthern Ireland
Previous ClubsMillwall (loan), Blackpool (loan), Arsenal
Profile
An Arsenal academy graduate who has earned over 30 caps for Northern Ireland. Scored the decisive goal in the Championship play-off final and also found the net on the Premier League opening day, demonstrating his knack for big moments. Commands the defensive line with aerial dominance and leadership.
6
DF
B. Kindon
Nationality-
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National Team-
Previous ClubsSunderland U21
Profile
A defender. Joined Sunderland AFC after spells with Sunderland U21.
6
DF
CB
Dayann Methalie
NationalityFrance
Age20 (2006-02-15)
Height / Weight186cm / 70kg
FootLeft
National TeamFrance U21
Previous ClubsToulouse FC
Profile
A Toulouse academy product who has been at the club since 2014. A left-footed defender who can play centre-back, left-back, and wing-back, offering valuable versatility. Selected for France U21 and attracting interest from big clubs like Newcastle.
12
DF
RB
Thomas André A. Meunier
NationalityBelgium
Age35 (1991-09-12)
Height / Weight190cm / 78kg
FootRight
National TeamBelgium
Previous ClubsLille, Trabzonspor, Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, Club Brugge, Virton
Profile
A Belgian international right-back with 76 caps. Having excelled at PSG and Dortmund, he is known for his attacking runs and crossing accuracy. He scored in the 2018 World Cup third-place match, demonstrating his big-game experience.
13
DF
CB
Luke O'Nien
NationalityEngland
Age31 (1994-11-21)
Height / Weight174cm / 74kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsWycombe Wanderers, Watford
Profile
A versatile player converted from midfield to defence, also named the club's Community Champion. Showed remarkable determination by playing on after dislocating his shoulder in the play-off final. Supports the team with dedicated defending and high tactical intelligence.
15
DF
CB
Omar Alderete
NationalityParaguay
Age29 (1996-12-26)
Height / Weight188cm / 77kg
FootLeft
National TeamParaguay
Previous ClubsGetafe, Hertha BSC, Valencia (loan), Basel
Profile
A left-footed Paraguayan international centre-back who spent four seasons at Getafe in La Liga. Excels in one-on-one defending and aerial duels, contributing to Getafe's joint-fourth-lowest goals conceded tally. Also possesses a dangerous left foot capable of accurate long-range distribution.
17
DF
Reinildo Isnard Mandava
NationalityMozambique
Age32 (1994-01-21)
Height / Weight183cm / 73kg
Foot-
National Team-
Previous ClubsLille, Belenenses, Benfica, Atlético de Madrid, Atletico Madrid
Profile
An accomplished left-back who made 99 appearances for Atletico Madrid. Developed rock-solid defensive skills and exceptional tactical understanding under Simeone. Made history as the first Mozambican player in Premier League history.
20
DF
RB
Nordi Mukiele
NationalityFrance
Age28 (1997-11-01)
Height / Weight187cm / 84kg
FootRight
National TeamFrance
Previous ClubsParis Saint-Germain, Bayer Leverkusen (loan), RB Leipzig, Montpellier
Profile
A French international defender signed from PSG with extensive Champions League experience. Versatile enough to play both centre-back and right-back, with physical power as a key asset. Adapted quickly, earning a nomination for Premier League Player of the Month.
32
DF
RB
Trai Hume
NationalityNorthern Ireland
Age24 (2002-03-18)
Height / Weight180cm / 75kg
FootRight
National TeamNorthern Ireland
Previous ClubsLinfield
Profile
A young Northern Ireland international right-back with 22 caps to his name. A cornerstone of the club's future, having signed a long-term deal until 2030. Combines attacking initiative with solid one-on-one defending, also captaining the side.
34
DF
Ajibola Joshua Odunayo Afolarin Alese
NationalityEngland
Age25 (2001-01-17)
Height / Weight192cm / 80kg
Foot-
National Team-
Previous ClubsWest Ham, Cambridge United, Sunderland, Portsmouth
Profile
A 192cm defender from England. Joined Sunderland AFC after spells with West Ham, Cambridge United, Sunderland.
77
DF
T. Laplacette
Nationality-
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
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National Team-
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3
MF
A. Lightfoot
Nationality-
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
Foot-
National Team-
Previous ClubsSunderland U21
Profile
A midfielder. Joined Sunderland AFC after spells with Sunderland U21.
7
MF
C. Dinsdale
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National Team-
Previous ClubsSunderland U21
Profile
A midfielder. Joined Sunderland AFC after spells with Sunderland U21.
8
MF
Alan James Browne
NationalityRepublic of Ireland
Age31 (1995-04-15)
Height / Weight179cm / 74kg
Foot-
National Team-
Previous ClubsPreston, Cork City, Sunderland, Middlesbrough
Profile
A Republic of Ireland international midfielder who was a long-time regular at Preston. He arrived via Middlesbrough and offers energy and set-piece quality as one of the senior figures. Born in 1995.
11
MF
CM
Chris Rigg
NationalityEngland
Age19 (2007-06-18)
Height / Weight177cm / 65kg
FootLeft
National TeamEngland U19
Previous Clubs-
Profile
An 18-year-old prodigy from Sunderland's academy. Named EFL Championship Apprentice of the Year and has established himself in the Premier League starting lineup. Displays intelligent positioning and bold pressing well beyond his years.
19
MF
CM
Habib Diarra
NationalitySenegal
Age22 (2004-01-03)
Height / Weight178cm / 74kg
FootRight
National TeamSenegal
Previous ClubsRC Strasbourg
Profile
A Senegal international midfielder signed for a club-record fee of 30 million pounds. An Africa Cup of Nations 2025 winner, combining box-to-box energy with goalscoring ability. An ambitious young talent aiming to become a world-class midfielder.
27
MF
CM
Noah Sadiki
NationalityDR Congo
Age21 (2004-12-17)
Height / Weight173cm / 58kg
FootRight
National TeamDR Congo
Previous ClubsUnion SG, RSC Anderlecht
Profile
A DR Congo international midfielder who trained at Anderlecht's academy from age six before joining via Union Saint-Gilloise. Primarily a central midfielder but also capable of playing full-back, offering technical passing and driving runs forward.
28
MF
CM
Enzo Le Fee
NationalityFrance
Age26 (2000-02-03)
Height / Weight173cm / 63kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsAS Roma (loan), Stade Rennais
Profile
A French midfielder who contributed to promotion on loan from Roma before completing a permanent move for around 19.3 million pounds. Excels in tight-space ball retention and tempo-setting passing sequences. Has proven his Championship form translates to Premier League quality.
29
MF
Jules Ahoka
Nationality-
Age-
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National Team-
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MF
CM
Granit Xhaka
NationalitySwitzerland
Age33 (1992-09-27)
Height / Weight186cm / 80kg
FootLeft
National TeamSwitzerland
Previous ClubsBayer Leverkusen, Arsenal, Borussia Mönchengladbach, Basel
Profile
A Swiss national team captain who has won league titles in both the Premier League with Arsenal and the Bundesliga with Bayer Leverkusen. Armed with a powerful left-footed long-range strike and commanding vision for distribution. Leads Sunderland as captain, orchestrating the team's play.
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MF
LW
Malick Martin Fofana
NationalityBelgium
Age21 (2005-03-31)
Height / Weight169cm / 61kg
FootRight
National TeamBelgium
Previous ClubsOlympique Lyonnais, KAAヘント
Profile
A Belgian international speedster on the wing. A product of Gent's academy, he moved to Lyon for 17 million euros in January 2024. Though right-footed, he operates primarily on the left flank, using cut-inside shots and pace-driven dribbling as his main weapons.
40
MF
CM
Jack Whittaker
NationalityEngland
Age19 (2006-10-14)
Height / Weight- / -
Foot-
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A young midfielder from Sunderland's academy. Brings playmaking ability from central midfield as he aims to step up from the youth team to the first team.
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MF
CM
Jaydon Jones
NationalityEngland
Age19 (2006-11-03)
Height / Weight175cm / -
Foot-
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A central midfielder from Sunderland's academy. His ball retention and distribution in midfield are key strengths, displaying a maturity in his playing style beyond his years. Continues to develop steadily through the youth ranks.
7
FW
RW
Chemsdine Talbi
NationalityMorocco
Age21 (2005-05-09)
Height / Weight175cm / 65kg
FootRight
National TeamMorocco
Previous ClubsClub Brugge
Profile
A 20-year-old Moroccan international winger signed from Club Brugge for approximately 16.5 million pounds. Known for his dribbling and cut-ins from the right flank, epitomized by his stoppage-time winner against Chelsea. Has delivered 3 goals and 1 assist in his debut Premier League season.
9
FW
ST
Brian Brobbey
NationalityNetherlands
Age24 (2002-02-01)
Height / Weight180cm / 78kg
FootRight
National TeamNetherlands
Previous ClubsAjax, RB Leipzig (loan)
Profile
A Dutch striker who scored 56 goals in 163 appearances for Ajax. Signed for 20 million euros on a five-year contract. Combines powerful physicality with speed, memorably scoring a stoppage-time equalizer against Arsenal.
9
FW
Trey Samuel-Ogunsuyi
NationalityBelgium
Age19 (2006-11-26)
Height / Weight190cm / 80kg
Foot-
National Team-
Previous ClubsSunderland, Falkirk, Shrewsbury
Profile
A 190cm forward born in 2006 from the club's academy, who gained minutes on loan at Falkirk and Shrewsbury.
10
FW
LW
Nilson Angulo
NationalityEcuador
Age23 (2003-06-19)
Height / Weight183cm / 65kg
FootRight
National TeamEcuador
Previous ClubsRSC Anderlecht, Santos FC (loan), Independiente del Valle
Profile
An Ecuadorian international winger signed from Anderlecht for approximately 17.5 million pounds in January 2026. Combines pace with dribbling prowess, having registered 7 goals and 8 assists in 30 appearances at Anderlecht. Primarily plays on the left but is also accurate with his right foot.
14
FW
LW
Romaine Mundle
NationalityEngland
Age23 (2003-04-24)
Height / Weight172cm / 61kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsStandard Liege, Tottenham Hotspur U21
Profile
A winger developed in Tottenham's academy who joined via Standard Liege. Made a significant contribution to promotion with 5 goals in 22 Championship appearances. Uses his pace and right-footed cut-ins to threaten defences in the Premier League.
15
FW
F. Scott
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18
FW
ST
Wilson Isidor
NationalityFrance
Age26 (2000-08-27)
Height / Weight186cm / 79kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsZenit St. Petersburg, Lokomotiv Moscow (loan), AS Monaco
Profile
A French striker who completed a permanent move after an initial loan from Zenit St. Petersburg. A key figure in the Championship promotion campaign, he has also found the net in the Premier League. Shows real composure in front of goal. Relies on speed and physicality.
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FW
RW
Jocelin Ta Bi
NationalityCote d'Ivoire
Age21 (2005-02-09)
Height / Weight175cm / -
FootLeft
National TeamCote d'Ivoire
Previous ClubsMaccabi Netanya
Profile
A young Ivorian winger who joined from Maccabi Netanya in January 2026. Explosive pace and dribbling ability are his greatest assets, with 3.99 successful dribbles per 90 minutes placing him in the league's top 3%. Specializes in attacking from the right flank.
46
FW
F. Geragusian
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National Team-
Previous ClubsSunderland
Profile
A forward. Joined Sunderland AFC after spells with Sunderland.
50
FW
J. Angulo
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National Team-
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FW
T. Tuterov
Nationality-
Age-
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National Team-
Previous ClubsKolos Kovalivka, Sunderland, Exeter City
Profile
An attacker who arrived via Kolos Kovalivka in Ukraine and experienced the English lower leagues on loan at Exeter City.