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Sunderland signs midfielder Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Sunderland signs midfielder Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp

Summary

Sunderland has announced the signing of midfielder Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for a fee of 10 million euros (£8.6 million). The 20-year-old DR Congo youth international has signed a long-term deal with the club. Ahoka expressed his excitement about joining Sunderland, stating he aims to work hard and develop as a player. His arrival marks Sunderland's third signing of the summer following Belgian left-back Thomas Meunier and French right-back Dayann Methalie. Sunderland recently lost 2-1 to Ipswich in their Premier League opener and will face Fulham next.

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•Sunderland signs Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for 10m euros.
•Ahoka has signed a long-term contract with the club.
•He is the third signing following Meunier and Methalie.
•Sunderland lost 2-1 to Ipswich in their season opener.
•Next match for Sunderland is against Fulham on Sunday.

Latest Updates

5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Sunderland complete the signing of midfielder Jules Ahoka
4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Sunderland sign Ahoka from Royal Antwerp
4:50 PMBBC Sport — Sunderland sign Ahoka from Royal Antwerp

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Sunderland have announced the signing of midfielder Jules Ahoka for a reported €10 million (approx £8.6 million).The DR Congo youth international, who featured at this summer's Toulon tournament, j...
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