Middlesbrough have signed Finn Azaz from Aston Villa three days after his recall from a loan at Plymouth Argyle.
The attacking midfielder, 23, scored seven goals in 26 league appearances for Argyle this campaign, having also spent last season on loan at Home Park.
Azaz has signed a four-and-a-half year deal at Boro for an undisclosed fee.
"He's an exciting player who already comes with good experience," Boro head coach Michael Carrick told the club website.
"He's had a good season so far, and we're really looking forward to working with him."
Azaz came through the West Brom academy and joined Villa in 2021.