Thursday 24 January 2019 17:33, UK
Brighton have completed the signing of midfielder Alexis Mac Allister from Argentinos Juniors on a four-and-half-year deal.
The 20-year-old will spend the rest of the season with the Argentine side before linking up with the Seagulls in the summer.
Brighton boss Chris Hughton said: "Alexis is an exciting young player that we have brought in for the future, and he has already made a big impact playing in Argentina.
"It is in the best interests of all three parties to allow him to return to Juniors, as he will be able to continue playing regular first-team football in a very competitive league.
"We will keep a close eye on his development over the coming months, and it is a pleasure to welcome him to the football club."
Mac Allister, who plays in central midfield, has scored eight goals in 58 games for Argentinos Juniors.
His current side are second bottom of the Argentine Primera Division after 15 matches.
