HERE WE GO: Sunderland Complete Signing of Atletico Madrid Defender

The Black Cats have secured another solid signing for the 2025-26 Premier League.

IMAGO / ZUMA Press Wire

Sunderland are continuing to strengthen for the next Premier League season, and have now closed the signing of a defender from Atletico Madrid.

There is no serious project that doesn't pay special attention to defense. This is how Sunderland's board have interpreted it, and they've gotten to work.

Recently, the Black Cats have been linked to players like Celtic's Cameron Carter-Vickers (27), Liverpool's Joe Gomez (28), or Atletico Madrid's Reinildo (31).

About the latter there is news, and very important news.

Sunderland close signing of Atletico Madrid's Reinildo

According to information from Fabrizio Romano, Sunderland have closed the signing of Reinildo, shoring up their defense for the 2025-26 Premier League campaign.

The mentioned journalist details that the Mozambican full-back arrives at the Stadium of Light with a two-year contract, though doesn't specify the salary he will receive in England.

Reinildo to Sunderland, here we go! Two year deal done for the left back set to join from Atletico Madrid.

After young investment on Diarra, SAFC want to get right balance in terms of experience. Ambitious project with one more important addition.

Fabrizio Romano

Romano points out that Sunderland want to achieve a good balance in terms of experience. We must remember that a few hours ago, the Lads secured the signing of 21-year-old midfielder Habib Diarra, who arrives from Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg.

Therefore, it becomes evident that the English club's board isn't only thinking about getting young prospects, but also more experienced players who can guide the youngsters.

According to recent reports, the left-back was also of interest to other Premier League clubs, like Crystal Palace or the other newly-promoted club, Leeds United.

However, once again, as already happened with Diarra (wanted by Leeds and West Ham), Sunderland's project ended up convincing the player.

During the 2024-25 season, Reinildo accumulated 30 appearances with Atletico Madrid in all competitions, including LaLiga, Copa del Rey, Champions League, and Club World Cup.