Overview
- Ellborg joins from Malmö after breaking into the first team and featuring in the Champions League and Europa League.
- He is not eligible to face Burnley on Monday due to registration rules and is expected to come into contention against Arsenal next weekend.
- Sporting director Kristjaan Speakman highlighted his athleticism, composure in possession and potential after a strong season in Sweden.
- The arrival heightens competition with current starter Robin Roefs, with local reports linking Anthony Patterson to interest from Millwall.
- Sunderland did not disclose the fee, though Yahoo Sports reported a price of about £3m.