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Chris Hughton Signs New 3-Year Deal With Brighton After Ensuring Premier League Survival

Brighton & Hove Albion have announced the agreement of a new three-year deal with manager Chris Hughton.

The 59-year-old took the side up to the Premier League last season and succeeded in keeping them there, garnering 40 points to ensure safety in what was a very competitive campaign for places.

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A statement on the club's website read: "Brighton & Hove Albion have agreed a new contract with first-team manager Chris Hughton.