Transfer news: Middlesbrough announce signing of NI star Paddy McNair from Sunderland
Championship Middlesbrough have announced the signing of Northern Ireland international Paddy McNair from Sunderland.
The midfielder, who began his career at Manchester United, has joined the Teeside club on a four-year contract.
McNair, 23, who has 20 international caps, is the club's first signing of the summer.
The Ballyclare native joins Boro after an injury-hit spell at Sunderland where he made 28 appearances for the Black Cats.
Announcing the news on their official website, Middlesbrough said the fee will remain undisclosed.