Brighton star signs new deal amid rumours linking him with Euro giants
Tariq Lamptey has signed a new contract at Brighton, committing his future to the club until 2025.
The 20-year-old right-back has been a revelation since joining the Seagulls, with his electric pace reportedly putting him on the radar of some of Europe?s biggest clubs.
Bayern Munich were linked with a move for Lamptey, before Atletico Madrid also reportedly joined the race.
But Brighton have moved to quell speculation of a move away by handing Lamptey a new deal, one year after his arrival from Chelsea.
Head coach Graham Potter said: ?We are delighted to see Tariq commit his long-term future here.
?We knew his potential when we signed him a year ago, and hoped he would have a really positive impact on the club, and that has proved to be the case with his performances since June. ?He has been the model professional, he works exceptionally hard, is a humble lad and is a team player. He fits in with everything we would want from a player, now it?s about helping him reach his potential.?
Lamptey has made 19 appearances for Brighton since signing last January, while also establishing himself at England under-21 level.
He scored his first Brighton goal in the 2-1 defeat to Tottenham on November 1.
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source: teamtalk-brighton
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