Brighton and Hove Albion sign Brazilian Bernardo

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Chris Hughton made his fourth signing ahead of the 2018-19 campaign, bringing in Bernardo from German side RB Leipzig.

Brighton and Hove Albion completed the signing of RB Leipzig defender Bernardo for a reported fee of £9million.

The 23-year-old Brazilian made 49 appearances for Leipzig after leaving Red Bull Salzburg in 2016, representing the German side in the Champions League and Europa League last season.

He becomes the club's fourth signing ahead of the 2018-19 campaign with Chris Hughton already strengthening his hand with the arrivals of Jason Steele, Florin Andone and Leon Balogun.

"We're delighted to welcome Bernardo to the club," Hughton told the club's website.