Sunderland AFC are delighted to confirm the signing of goalkeeper Remi Matthews.
The 26-year-old has put pen to paper on a one-year deal at the Stadium of Light following the expiration of his contract at Bolton Wanderers.
Matthews, who played under manager Phil Parkinson during his time with the Trotters, becomes the Black Cats’ fourth signing of the summer.
Prior to joining Bolton on a permanent basis in 2019, the stopper came through the ranks at Norwich City and enjoyed loan spells with Burton Albion, Doncaster Rovers, Hamilton Academical and Plymouth Argyle.
Matthews has made over 100 career appearances to date with six different clubs, and his efforts against the Lads on Boxing Day last year ensured he kept a clean sheet at the Stadium of Light.
Following his switch to Wearside, Matthews said: “Everybody knows how big this club is and I’ve worked with the manager and the backroom staff before, so nobody had to sell it to me – it was a no-brainer. I’m delighted to get the deal over the line and I’m excited to get going.”
Manager Phil Parkinson added: “This is a big signing for us because we have been trying to sign a goalkeeper and that process became very complicated due to the salary cap situation. Remi is a player with good experience but at 26, he’s at a good age with plenty of improvement in him as well.”