Sunderland has made a significant addition to their squad by signing Leo Hjelde from Leeds United. The 20-year-old centre-back has recently sealed a four-and-a-half-year deal with the club, although the specific transfer fee remains undisclosed.
Hjelde’s playing time at Leeds has been limited, with just three appearances this season and eight in total. Prior to his time at Leeds, he made the move from Celtic and had stints on loan at Rotherham and Ross County. Describing his style of play, Hjelde mentioned, “I’m a ball-playing centre-back, or left-back. I like to get up and down the pitch. I’ve been at some big clubs previously and this has helped me develop as a player and as a person, but I’m now ready to push on and take the next step.”
Born in Nottingham and representing Norway Under-21s, Hjelde has a strong footballing background. As the son of former Nottingham Forest defender Jon Olav Hjelde, he has significant potential and is determined to make an impact at Sunderland.
Hjelde spoke about the decision to join Sunderland, stating, “I spoke to my dad, who showed me the size of the club and the support. I knew it was a move I simply couldn’t turn down.”
This new signing represents an exciting prospect for Sunderland and is a significant step in bolstering the team’s defensive capabilities. The addition of Hjelde not only brings talent and potential, but also a fresh perspective to the squad.
For further football transfer news and updates, you can visit the dedicated page on the official Sunderland website. Stay tuned for more exciting developments as the club continues to strengthen its squad for the future.