William Kokolo: Burton Albion sign Middlesbrough defender

William Kokolo played twice for Middlesbrough, starting in Saturday's 3-2 win at Mansfield in the FA Cup

Burton Albion have signed defender William Kokolo on a permanent deal from Middlesbrough.

The 21-year-old, who can play as a left-back or left wing-back, has moved to the Pirelli Stadium subject to league approval.

Kokolo played twice for Boro, including his only start in their 3-2 FA Cup third round win at Mansfield Town.

Originally a youth player at AS Monaco, he joined Sunderland before a switch to Middlesbrough in March 2020.

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