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KV Mechelen signs Leo Hjelde from Sunderland to strengthen defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:40 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

KV Mechelen signs Leo Hjelde from Sunderland to strengthen defense

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KV Mechelen has signed Leo Hjelde from Sunderland. The 22-year-old Norwegian defender joins the Belgian Pro League side on a contract until 2029, which includes an option for an additional year. Hjelde previously had brief stints with Celtic and Leeds before his time at Sunderland, where he appeared in 30 matches. He was loaned to Sheffield United last season, participating in eight Championship games. KV Mechelen aims to bolster their defense following a 2-0 defeat to Gent in their season opener.

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•Leo Hjelde signs a contract until 2029 with an option for 2029-30.
•Hjelde leaves Sunderland after limited appearances since joining in 2024.
•He was loaned to Sheffield United in the previous Championship season.
•KV Mechelen suffered a 2-0 loss in their opening match against Gent.

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7:40 PMYahoo Sports — KV Mechelen bolster defence by signing Norwegian defender from Sunderland

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KV Mechelen have announced the signing of Leo Hjelde from Sunderland. The former Celtic defender has signed a deal with KV Mechelen in the Belgian Pro League until 2029, with an option in place to ext...
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