His departure was confirmed on 9 June 2017 .
On 24 January 2017 , Sunderland signed Lescott on a short - term contract until the end of the season .
Lescott 's departure was confirmed on 9 June 2017 .
On 24 January 2017 , Sunderland signed Lescott on a short - term contract until the end of the season .