Sunderland sign Isidor on permanent deal

Image caption, Wilson Isidor has become a key player for SunderlandSunderland have completed the permanent signing of striker Wilson Isidor from Russian club Zenit St Petersburg.

Frenchman Isidor, 24, has made 33 Championship appearances, scoring nine goals, since arriving on loan last summer.

The Wearside club have taken up an option in the loan agreement to sign him on a permanent deal and he has agreed a three-and-and-half-year contract.

The move is subject to international clearance.

"I've been waiting for this moment since my first steps at the club, so I'm very happy," he told the club website.

"Right from the start, many moments made me believe that Sunderland is home for me and my family.

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