Middlesbrough have signed their Sunderland target Luke Thomas from Leicester City after his loan at Sheffield United. Middlesbrough have signed a defender from Liecteser City and announced the loan of Sunderland striker Luke Thomas in the January transfer. Sunderland targeted the Leicester City defender last week to strengthen the left-back position. The Black Cats have been hit by injuries in defence, with Niall Huggins and Dennis Cirkin sidelined for long periods through injury.
The 22-year-old has played more than 50 times in the Premier League for Leicester, started the 2021 FA Cup final and has Europa League experience, although Middlesbrough have now agreed to bring Thomas to the Riverside for the rest of the game. In season loaned for the season.
Boro boss Michael Carrick said: “We are delighted to bring Luke to the club. He is a good addition to the squad, he has a lot of experience and will bring balance to what we have. We look forward to working with him. “Thomas made 13 appearances on loan at Sheffield United in the Premier League that season.
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