Mike cave

Major League Soccer: Brighton & Hove Albion have secured the long-term future of Paraguay international Diego Gomez after the versatile midfielder signed a new five-year contract with the Premier League club, with the agreement also including an option for an additional year.

The new deal rewards Gomez for an impressive rise since his arrival at the Amex and keeps him tied to Brighton as the club prepare for a new Premier League campaign and their return to European competition.

Brighton sporting director Mike Cave said the club was delighted to retain a player who has quickly established himself as an important member of Fabian Hurzeler’s squad.