Pierre Ekwah became Sunderland's first signing of January 2023 when he arrived on a long-term contract from West Ham United.
The midfielder has gone to cement his place in the first-team making his debut in the Lads' FA Cup tie against Fulham before starting in their Championship Play-Off games.
Ekwah is a tall, dynamic presence in the middle of the park, the Frenchman has represented his nation up to Under-20 level.
