Sunderland Signs Liverpool striker Fabio Borini

Sunderland have announced the signing of striker Fabio Borini from Liverpool in a deal reportedly worth up to £10million.
The Black Cats have finally concluded their long pursuit of the 24-year-old, who spent the 2013/14 season on loan at the Stadium of Light, with the player penning a four-year deal with the club for an undisclosed fee understood to be £8m, with a further £2m in add-ons.

Borini was a hit during his previous season stay on Wearside, with his goals proving crucial in their narrow escape from Premier League relegation, as well as a run to the League Cup final that season.
He had the option to make his loan move permanent at the end of that campaign, but turned that, plus an offer from Queens Park Rangers, down in favour of proving himself at Anfield.
However, having made just 18 appearances for the Reds last season, he failed to force his way into Brendan Rodgers’ long-term plans and decided to call time on his stint on Merseyside.
Borini’s capture was confirmed by Sunderland on Monday afternoon.
A club statement read:”Sunderland are delighted to announce the signing of Fabio Borini from Liverpool for an undisclosed fee.
“The 24-year-old has signed a four-year deal at the Stadium of Light and returns to the club following a successful loan spell during the 2013-14 season, during which he became a fan favourite with ten goals including strikes against Newcastle United, Chelsea and at Wembley during the Capital One Cup final.”