Sunderland sign Republic of Ireland striker Connolly

Connolly made his international debut in 2019 under manager Mick McCarthy and has since made nine appearances for his national team

Sunderland have signed free-agent striker Aaron Connolly on a one-year contract.

The 24-year-old spent last season with Hull City, scoring eight goals in his 28 Championship appearances.

The Republic of Ireland international signed a year-long deal with the Tigers from Premier League side Brighton, having joined the Seagulls at youth level in 2016.

“I feel very privileged to sign for Sunderland," Connolly said.

"I have only been up here for a short while, but it’s easy to see what this club means to people and the atmosphere on Saturday showed that."