Brighton have completed the signing of French defender Romaric Yapi from Paris St Germain for an undisclosed fee.
The versatile 19-year-old has signed a one-year deal at the Amex Stadium, with Albion holding the option for a second.
Yapi will initially link up with the Premier League club's under-23 squad.
Yapi said, 'I'm very happy to be here at Brighton. It's a beautiful club and city, and I am ready for this new challenge.
'My best qualities are my defending, and I like to showcase my skills. That's part of my identity and the way I like to play football.
'I like to assist my team-mates and get crosses in for the strikers. I am happy to be a part of this team and feel it is the best place for me.'
Seagulls under-23 boss Simon Rusk said in a club statement: 'He is a versatile player and is comfortable at right-back, on the right wing or as a wing-back.
'He is a talented player who has great potential, and I look forward to working with him.'
The Seagulls have already signed Matt Clarke, Neal Maupay, Adam Webster and Leandro Trossard this summer.
Laneovic
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I cant be the only one that thought this was mbappe for a secound
Actually, I think you are
hopaceost
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I cant be the only one that thought this was mbappe for a secound