Brighton have confirmed the signing of Valencia defender Martin Montoya for an undisclosed fee on a four-year contract.
The former Spain Under-21 international made 25 La Liga appearances for the Spanish side last season but now joins the Seagulls as they look to improve upon their finish of 15th in the Premier League last season.
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Read u27a1ufe0f https://t.co/oPtWdhIGSA pic.twitter.com/CQbxc26t3N— Brighton & Hove Albion u26bdufe0f (@OfficialBHAFC) August 9, 2018Manager Chris Hughton told the club's website: “Martin’s pedigree is excellent, and I’m delighted we have been able to add a player of his standing to our squad.