Sunderland has signed DR Congo midfielder Jules Ahoka from Belgian club Royal Antwerp on a long-term contract. 

Ahoka, 20, is a DR Congo youth international and has agreed to a long-term contract with the club.

“I am very happy and proud to join Sunderland,” said Ajoka, who played in both of Antwerp’s league games this season.

“It is a big club with great ambitions, and I am excited to be here. I want to work hard, learn from my teammates and the staff, and keep improving as a player. I will give everything for the club and can’t wait to get started.”

Ahoka is Sunderland’s third summer signing, joining Belgian left-back Thomas Meunier and French right-back Dayann Methalie.

“Jules is a player we have been watching closely, and he has shown good qualities for his age,” said Sunderland director of football Florent Ghisolfi. “He has great potential, and we believe Sunderland is the right place for him to grow.”