The body of South Korean student Da In Lee, 22, was found wrapped in bed clothes at Daniel Jones's Grace Road flat in Tipton, in April 2012.

BBC: Daniel Jones jailed for killing ex-girlfriend Da In Lee

The 26-year-old joins new signings Paulo da Silva, Lee Cattermole, Lorik Cana, Fraizer Campbell and Darren Bent at the Stadium of Light this summer.

BBC: Sunderland snap up Lyon's Mensah

Mr. LEE STROBEL (Author, Exploring The Da Vinci Code): I think a lot of Christians have realized that the boycotting and picketing approach really isn't very productive.

NPR: Religious Groups Respond to 'Da Vinci' Movie Release

Midfield strengthening has come in the shape of Wigan's Lee Cattermole and Marseille skipper Lorik Cana, while Paraguayan defender Paulo Da Silva has arrived from Mexican side Toluca.

BBC: Bruce backs Sunderland strength

With Michael Turner unavailable because of a four-match suspension, Sunderland boss Steve Bruce turned to Paulo da Silva to partner John Mensah in central defence, while captain Lorik Cana replaced the injured Lee Cattermole in midfield.

BBC: Darren Bent puts Sunderland in front