Sunderland has confirmed the signing of Reinildo Mandava, a seasoned Mozambican left-back, on a two-year deal. The 31-year-old joins the club as a free agent following the expiration of his contract with Atlético Madrid. Reinildo has a proven track record in top-flight football, having made 74 appearances for Atlético Madrid since joining the club in 2022.
The signing of Reinildo marks another significant addition to Sunderland’s summer transfer activity, following the club-record signing of Habib Diarra from Strasbourg. The blend of Reinildo’s experience and Diarra’s youthful energy reflects Sunderland’s strategic approach to balancing its squad. Reinildo’s experience and composure will undoubtedly be valuable assets to Sunderland’s defensive ranks.
The signing of Reinildo underscores Sunderland’s ambition to establish itself in the Premier League. Under the leadership of head coach Régis Le Bris and owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, the club is committed to building a competitive squad. As Sunderland prepares for the new season, the club has announced two warm-up fixtures against Spanish side Rayo Vallecano and Bundesliga club FC Augsburg. These matches will provide valuable opportunities for the team to fine-tune its performance ahead of the Premier League return.
