Youngster Tariq Lamptey has left the Chelsea for Brighton and Hove Albion on a three and a half year deal.
The 19-year-old made his first team debut for Chelsea in their Premier League clash at Arsenal and he also featured in the FA cup.
Brighton and Hove Albion are believed to have signed the defender at a fee of about £4M.
Lamptey is also capable of playing as a midfielder. He is now looking to prove himself in the Premier League.
‘’It was a really tough decision to leave as I’ve been at Chelsea at the age of seven and seen it all the way to the under-23s, and then the first team. It was a proud moment when I made my Premier League debut, but I felt like it was the right time to start a new chapter and come to this brilliant club.‘’ Said Lamptey.
‘’The manager and the club have shown great faith in bringing me here. I just hope I can repay their trust and help the club to reach their goals and objectives.’’ He added.
Brighton and Hove Albion sit 15th in the Premier League table. They play West Ham in the Premier League on Saturday.
