Sunderland sign Costel Pantilimon: Former Manchester City goalkeeper joins Black Cats

The Romanian was unhappy playing back-up at the Etihad

Mark Staniforth
Monday 16 June 2014 19:16 BST
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Costel Pantilimon is starting for City at Sunderland
Costel Pantilimon is starting for City at Sunderland (Reuters)

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Sunderland have completed the signing of former Manchester City goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon.

Black Cats boss Gus Poyet swooped for the 27-year-old Romanian, whose contract was not renewed by City at the end of the season.

Pantilimon said: "It is a great privilege and honour to join a club like Sunderland.

"They have an amazing history and tradition and, of course, passionate fans.

"When I left Manchester City it was important that I chose a club with good ambition and a manager who has the hunger and desire to take the team forward.

"After speaking with the boss, I knew this was the right place and he was the right man. I can't wait to start."

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