Clubless Aaron Connolly signs for Sunderland

Republic of Ireland international striker Aaron Connolly has signed for Sky Bet Championship Sunderland on a one-year deal.

The 24-year-old, who shot to prominence with a Premier League double for Brighton against Tottenham in October 2019, was a free agent after being released by Hull at the end of last season.

The Galway man has nine caps to his name, but has only figured once for the national side over the last three years.

Connolly, who has also had loan spells with Luton, Middlesbrough and Venezia, told the Black Cats' official website: "I feel very privileged to sign for Sunderland.

"I’m ready to move forward with my career after facing some challenges in recent times and I fully understand the huge opportunity I have ahead of me."

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