Belgian star Meunier signs for Premier League side Sunderland

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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Belgian star Meunier signs for Premier League side Sunderland

Belgian defender Thomas Meunier, 34, has signed a two-year contract with Premier League side Sunderland as a free agent. Meunier, capped 83 times for Belgium, previously played for Lille. He said he was 'hugely excited' to join and compete in the Europa League. Sunderland's director of football Florent Ghisolfi praised his experience and professionalism.

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