Sunderland signs Jules Ahoka from Antwerp

Sunderland has signed midfielder Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for €10 million (£8.6 million). The 20-year-old DR Congo youth international has agreed a long-term contract with the club.

24 Aug 2026 By Camilla Franken · senior correspondent

Sunderland has signed midfielder Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for €10 million (£8.6 million). The 20-year-old DR Congo youth international has agreed a long-term contract with the club.

Transfer details

Ahoka, who played in both of Antwerp’s league matches this season, has signed a long-term deal with the Black Cats. The transfer was completed for €10 million.

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"Jules is a player we have been following closely and he has shown some very encouraging qualities for his age," said Sunderland director of football Florent Ghisolfi. "He has huge potential and we believe Sunderland is the right environment for him to continue his development."