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Jules Ahoka Jules Transfer from Antwerp to Sunderland
Sunderland has announced the signing of Jules Ahoka, a midfielder born in 2006 from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Ahoka signed a long-term contract with the English club. He had signed with Antwerp in September 2025 from Normands, a club in his home country. In Belgium, he played in the first two matches of the season in the Jupiler Pro League. Sunderland's sporting director, Florent Ghisolfi, stated that Jules is a player they have been following closely and he has shown very interesting qualities for his age. Ghisolfi added that Ahoka's performances at the Toulon Tournament highlighted his physicality, defensive abilities, and mentality. Jules Ahoka stated that he is very happy and proud to join Sunderland, and described it as a great club with important ambitions. He also said that he wants to work hard, learn from his teammates and staff, and continue to grow as a footballer.
Sunderland has announced the signing of Jules Ahoka, a midfielder born in 2006 from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Ahoka signed a long-term contract with the English club. He had signed with Antwerp in September 2025 from Normands, a club in his home country. In Belgium, he played in the first two matches of the season in the Jupiler Pro League. Sunderland's sporting director, Florent Ghisolfi, stated that Jules is a player they have been following closely and he has shown very interesting qualities for his age. Ghisolfi added that Ahoka's performances at the Toulon Tournament highlighted his physicality, defensive abilities, and mentality. Jules Ahoka stated that he is very happy and proud to join Sunderland, and described it as a great club with important ambitions. He also said that he wants to work hard, learn from his teammates and staff, and continue to grow as a footballer.
Antwerp has confirmed via official channels that Jules Ahoka has signed a contract with Sunderland AFC, which was reported by Voetbalnieuws.be. The report from Voetbalnieuws.be adds that Sunderland offered over ten million for the player and details that Antwerp must pay one million to Ahoka's previous club, AC Normands. Antwerp acquired Ahoka a year ago for 225 thousand euros. Voetbalnieuws.be also notes that Sunderland finished seventh last season and will compete in the Europa League.
Antwerp has confirmed via official channels that Jules Ahoka has signed a contract with Sunderland AFC, which was reported by Voetbalnieuws.be. The report from Voetbalnieuws.be adds that Sunderland offered over ten million for the player and details that Antwerp must pay one million to Ahoka's previous club, AC Normands. Antwerp acquired Ahoka a year ago for 225 thousand euros. Voetbalnieuws.be also notes that Sunderland finished seventh last season and will compete in the Europa League.
Sunderland have completed a deal for Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for a fee understood to be approximately £8.6m. Ahoka has reportedly signed a five-year deal with Sunderland and will strengthen their midfield. Sunderland sporting director Florent Ghisolfi said that Jules is a player they have been following closely and he has shown some very encouraging qualities for his age. Ghisolfi added that his performances at the Toulon Tournament demonstrated his physicality, defensive qualities and mentality, while he has also gained valuable experience in Belgium. He stated that Ahoka has huge potential and they believe Sunderland is the right environment for him to continue his development. Ahoka said he is very happy and proud to join Sunderland, calling it a big club with great ambitions. He added that he wants to work hard, learn from his team-mates and the staff, and continue developing as a player, and will give everything for the club.
Sunderland have completed a deal for Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp for a fee understood to be approximately £8.6m. Ahoka has reportedly signed a five-year deal with Sunderland and will strengthen their midfield. Sunderland sporting director Florent Ghisolfi said that Jules is a player they have been following closely and he has shown some very encouraging qualities for his age. Ghisolfi added that his performances at the Toulon Tournament demonstrated his physicality, defensive qualities and mentality, while he has also gained valuable experience in Belgium. He stated that Ahoka has huge potential and they believe Sunderland is the right environment for him to continue his development. Ahoka said he is very happy and proud to join Sunderland, calling it a big club with great ambitions. He added that he wants to work hard, learn from his team-mates and the staff, and continue developing as a player, and will give everything for the club.
According to Sky Sports, Sunderland has reached an agreement with Royal Antwerp for the transfer of Jules Ahoka. The transfer fee is expected to be around £8 million, which is approximately €9.3 million. An agreement has also been reached with Jules Ahoka on his personal terms. The player has now received permission to travel to England to undergo his medical examination this weekend, which is the final step before the move is made official.
According to Sky Sports, Sunderland has reached an agreement with Royal Antwerp for the transfer of Jules Ahoka. The transfer fee is expected to be around £8 million, which is approximately €9.3 million. An agreement has also been reached with Jules Ahoka on his personal terms. The player has now received permission to travel to England to undergo his medical examination this weekend, which is the final step before the move is made official.
According to Sacha Tavolieri, the transfer of Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp to Sunderland is now fully completed for a total financial operation valued at 10 million euros. The U23 Congolese international will travel this weekend for the first part of his medical examination, and it is expected he will sign a five-year contract with the British club.
According to Sacha Tavolieri, the transfer of Jules Ahoka from Royal Antwerp to Sunderland is now fully completed for a total financial operation valued at 10 million euros. The U23 Congolese international will travel this weekend for the first part of his medical examination, and it is expected he will sign a five-year contract with the British club.
Jules Ahoka is close to leaving Antwerp after making only four appearances for the first team. According to Het Laatste Nieuws, negotiations between Antwerp and Sunderland are at an advanced stage. Sunderland is reportedly willing to pay over ten million euros to sign the midfielder. There is not yet a deal at club level, but it is expected to be completed soon and that the ten million euro mark will be significantly exceeded. Antwerp hopes to secure a resale percentage. Gazet van Antwerpen confirms that Antwerp found an agreement quickly. Antwerp did not want to deny Ahoka his lucrative dream transfer.
Jules Ahoka is close to leaving Antwerp after making only four appearances for the first team. According to Het Laatste Nieuws, negotiations between Antwerp and Sunderland are at an advanced stage. Sunderland is reportedly willing to pay over ten million euros to sign the midfielder. There is not yet a deal at club level, but it is expected to be completed soon and that the ten million euro mark will be significantly exceeded. Antwerp hopes to secure a resale percentage. Gazet van Antwerpen confirms that Antwerp found an agreement quickly. Antwerp did not want to deny Ahoka his lucrative dream transfer.
Sunderland have reached an agreement with Antwerp to permanently sign Jules Ahoka, a midfielder from RD Congo born in 2006. The deal is complete, and travel for the player was booked today. Ahoka was wanted by director Ghisolfi to join the club. He joined Antwerp in September 2025 and his contract was due to expire in June 2029. He has been capped six times for DR Congo, scoring two goals. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €300k.
Sunderland have reached an agreement with Antwerp to permanently sign Jules Ahoka, a midfielder from RD Congo born in 2006. The deal is complete, and travel for the player was booked today. Ahoka was wanted by director Ghisolfi to join the club. He joined Antwerp in September 2025 and his contract was due to expire in June 2029. He has been capped six times for DR Congo, scoring two goals. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €300k.
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