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Sunderland snap up Atletico Madrid defender Javier Manquillo on loan

Sunderland have confirmed the signing of Atletico Madrid defender Javier Manquillo on a season-long loan.

The Black Cats also have an option to make the move permanent at the completion of the loan. Sunderland and Manquillo have agreed a four-year deal, should a permanent transfer be pushed through.

Manquillo has been recruited by David Moyes as he looks to rebuild his Sunderland side and avoid another battle against relegation.

Sunderland have snapped up Atletico Madrid defender Javier Manquillo on a season-long loan
Sunderland have snapped up Atletico Madrid defender Javier Manquillo on a season-long loan
The Black Cats have an option to make Manquillo's move permanent next summer
The Black Cats have an option to make Manquillo's move permanent next summer

The 22-year-old has played in the Premier League before - he spent the 2014-15 season on loan with Liverpool, playing 10 games in the top flight.