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Journalist shares what Nordi Mukiele told him about Sunderland fans - 'I'll tell you the truth...'

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Sunderland have had many top summer signings perform already in the Premier League.

However, Nordi Mukiele has been performing for Sunderland in every game he's played for the Black Cats.

Mukiele has been versatile for Regis Le Bris as the defender played on the right side of a back five during Sunderland's 2-1 upset win over Chelsea.

The win came shortly after Sunderland's Premier League victory over Wolves as Kylian Mbappe messaged Mukiele to congratulate his former PSG teammate on his first goal for the Mackems.

Now, after the full-time scenes at Stamford Bridge, Mukiele has openly discussed one moment in particular that left him touched.

Nordi Mukiele in Sunderland gear
Mukiele has done no wrong for Sunderland. (Credit: Imago)

Nordi Mukiele is delighted for Sunderland fans after years of pain

Mukiele faces competition for a place in Sunderland's starting lineup with the likes of Trai Hume, Omar Alderete, and Lutsharel Geertruida, but so far is making Le Bris' job easy.

Against Chelsea, Mukiele was once again on top of his game and was a key reason for the Black Cats walking away from Stamford Bridge with three points.

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Mukiele's stats vs Chelsea, according to Sofascore

Journalist Andy Sixsmith shared words from his interview with Mukiele on X, shortly after the Chelsea game, as the Frenchman explained how the "beautiful" Sunderland fans deserve the joy they're having right now.

Mukiele said: “In that photo - I’ll tell you the truth. I knew the fans here weren’t happy for a long time about what was happening at the club.

“So I was thinking about what they must be feeling now, winning at Stamford Bridge against a historic club like Chelsea - and it made me really happy.

“Sunderland is a city where a lot of people love football so to see them like this is very beautiful.”

After Mukiele's comments, Sunderland fans have had kind words to say in return for their star defender.

What are Sunderland fans saying?

Sunderland fans will be delighted with how many of their new summer signings have performed, but they simply can't ask for more than what Mukiele is giving the Mackems right now.

The defender is scoring goals, keeping clean sheets, and is working so hard for Le Bris' team.

Sunderland fans on X:

  • @SAFC_Luke_2703 - "This man is the best defender in our history after 7 games."
  • @nicholaswilso11 - "Players like Nordi getting it straight away, the club behind the scenes are absolutely smashing it, is it next Monday yet? I just want to watch us play again."
  • @_charliepow - "Think I love him more and more every day."

It seems like Le Bris also has another weapon to hurt teams with Mukiele's long throw now emerging as just another string to Sunderland's bow in their fight for a successful Premier League campaign.

The sky is the limit for the Black Cats this season, and with Mukiele, Sunderland's defence is safe and sound.

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