Sunderland sign Zenden

17 October 2009 08:32
Former Chelsea and Liverpool midfielder Boudewijn Zenden has joined Sunderland until the end of the season after impressing while training on Wearside.[LNB] The 33-year-old Dutchman has been signed as a free agent after leaving Marseille during the summer.[LNB] The Black Cats are now awaiting international clearance to allow Zenden, who has 54 senior international caps, to go into the squad for Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash with Liverpool.[LNB] Manager Steve Bruce told the club's official website: "We are delighted to be able to add a player of Bolo's quality to the squad.[LNB] "He has performed at the highest level year after year and he's done extremely well during his time training with the club.[LNB] "The move happened fairly quickly. Bolo came in and it was immediately obvious that he was still supremely fit.[LNB] "Bolo's performances in training have persuaded me that he has a valuable role to play this season.[LNB] "He brings international class, a steadying influence and a wide breadth of experience.[LNB] "His career is a testament to his quality and he gives us more depth in midfield which is a vital position."

Source: Eurosport