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Sunderland's Premier League Return: 3-0 Victory and Ambitious Signings

8/20/2025

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Sunderland returned to the Premier League with a 3-0 win against West Ham, with goals from Mayenda, Ballard, and Isidor.
Manager Regis Le Bris highlighted the significance of new signings and preserving the club's identity.
Sunderland plans a second bid for Bologna's Jhon Lucumí after a £24 million offer was rejected.
The club has invested £141.5 million on 12 new signings this summer, demonstrating ambition for the season.

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Sunderland returned to the Premier League with a 3-0 win against West Ham, with goals from Mayenda, Ballard, and Isidor.
Manager Regis Le Bris highlighted the significance of new signings and preserving the club's identity.
Sunderland plans a second bid for Bologna's Jhon Lucumí after a £24 million offer was rejected.
The club has invested £141.5 million on 12 new signings this summer, demonstrating ambition for the season.