Sunderland Sign 20-Year-Old Winger Jocelin Ta Bi From Maccabi Netanya
The 20-year-old signs a four-and-a-half-year deal, with Sunderland planning a patient integration for the high-potential winger.
Overview
- Ta Bi has agreed a four-and-a-half-year contract that includes a club option for an additional year.
- The transfer fee is reported to be about £3 million, which the club has not independently confirmed.
- The move follows the early end of his loan at Hapoel Petah Tikva after departing parent club Maccabi Netanya.
- Sunderland have confirmed he will not be available for selection against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
- Sporting director Krisjaan Speakman called him a dynamic right-sided player earmarked for gradual development, and the player said he is excited for the Premier League and committed to improving.