Sheffield Wednesday signs defender Liongola from RAAL La Louviere

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Sheffield Wednesday signs defender Liongola from RAAL La Louviere

Summary

Sheffield Wednesday has officially signed full-back Jordi Liongola from Belgian side RAAL La Louviere on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Liongola, 26, made 31 appearances last season, scoring two goals and providing six assists in RAAL's debut campaign in the Belgian top flight. This transfer marks the Owls' second signing under their new ownership by the US consortium Arise Capital Partners. Liongola expressed excitement about joining the club during this significant transition.

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•Liongola has 15 international caps for Burundi.
•He joins Sheffield Wednesday following a successful season with RAAL La Louviere.
•This marks the second signing for Sheffield Wednesday's new owners.
•Liongola contributed two goals and six assists last season.

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