Former Everton midfielder Steven Pienaar has joined Sunderland on a one-year deal, the Black Cats have confirmed.
The 34-year-old South African, who played under manager David Moyes at Goodison Park, has signed after a successful trial on Wearside.
He is likely to go straight into the squad for Sunday's Premier League derby clash with Middlesbrough.
However, Lee Cattermole will not be involved after undergoing surgery to repair a double hernia, and he could be sidelined for up to six weeks.