The 27-year-old centre-back joins the Black Cats before Tuesday’s transfer deadline and will strengthen their defensive options.

Danso is an experienced defender who has built a reputation for his committed performances. 

He played in all four of his country’s matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and has won 36 caps.

Sunderland’s Director of Football Florent Ghisolfi previously worked with Danso at Lens and is delighted to reunite with the defender.

“Kevin is a player I know very well from my time working with him at RC Lens,” he told [a href="https://www.safc.com/news/2026/september/01/danso---the-sky-is-the-limit-/" target="_blank"]the club media. [/a]

“He will bring strength, character and know-how to the squad, and vast experience of playing in domestic and European competitions.

“We’re thrilled to add him to the squad for a historic season in Sunderland AFC’s history.”

Born in Austria to Ghanaian parents, Danso began his career at MK Dons before moving to Germany to join FC Augsburg in 2014.

He made 44 appearances for Augsburg during a seven-and-a-half-year spell, which also included loan moves to Southampton and Fortuna Dusseldorf.

Danso joined RC Lens permanently in 2021 and went on to make 128 appearances for the French club. 

He moved to Tottenham Hotspur on loan in January 2025 before making the transfer permanent.

Danso eager to make his mark after Sunderland

Having joined the Black Cats, Danso is looking forward to starting his Sunderland career after completing a season-long loan move to the Stadium of Light.

“It feels amazing to be here, and I can’t wait to get started,” Danso told [a href="https://www.safc.com/news/2026/september/01/danso---the-sky-is-the-limit-/" target="_blank"]club website.[/a]

“Growing up in England, Sunderland has a rich Premier League history, and I’m so excited to be a part of that journey.

“I hope I can bring my experience to the group and help the lads both on and off the pitch.

“First and foremost, I’d describe myself as a warrior. I’m someone who gives everything for the team, and I want to bring that mentality here.

“I know we have European football this season, and anything is possible. The sky is the limit, and we want to see how far we can go.”

Danso is also looking forward to linking up with his new team-mates, having already faced several members of the Sunderland squad during his career.

“I’ve played against a number of the squad in different countries and in the Premier League, and I’m looking forward to meeting them,” he added.

“I know Florent well from our time together at Lens, so that was an important factor in my decision to come here.

“Now I’m just excited to meet everyone, get settled and start working with the team.”