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Tottenham Hotspur Defender Kevin Danso (4) Claps the Fans during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Burnley at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, United Kingdom on 16 August 2025.

DEADLINE DAY: Kevin Danso first through the door on loan

Sunderland have signed defender Kevin Danso from Tottenham Hotspur on a season-long loan - with supporters hoping more will follow ahead of the transfer window closing at 11pm tonight. The 27-year-old Austrian will provide added strength in depth at the heart of the defence to boost Sunderland's options at the back.

01.09.26, 20:29 Updated 01.09.26, 20:39 2 Minute Read

Keith Chapman

Keith Chapman

Danso played in all four of Austria’s World Cup fixtures in the summer – and has made 36 appearances in total for his country.

Five years ago, Danso joined Lens, where he made 128 appearances, before joining Tottenham Hotspur, initially on loan in the 2025 January window, before making the move permanent.  

Danso moves to the Stadium of Light on loan having made 52 appearances in total for Spurs.

He will wear the number 4 shirt this season.

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Keith Chapman

Keith Chapman contributed to Sunderland's matchday programme from 2001-2016. Season ticket holder and supporter for over 40 years, Keith was one of the fans in one of the fleet of taxis home from Bristol Airport organised by Niall Quinn when he was Chairman of SAFC! Has also worked as a Programme Editor for Non-League, EFL and Premier League clubs since 2014.

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