Sunderland have agreed a deal to sign NEC Nijmegen goalkeeper Robin Roefs, who will sign a five-year contract, according to David Ornstein, with an announcement imminent.

Granit Xhaka Signs for Sunderland in Landmark TransferIn a move that pulses with symbolism and intent, Sunderland have announced the signing of Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen on a three-year

Premier League newcomers Sunderland on Wednesday announced the signing of midfielder Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen for a reported fee of £17.3m ($23m). The 32-year old Swiss international, who previously captained Arsenal, has signed a three-year contract at Stadium of Light.