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Hughton handed new Brighton contract after securing Premier League survival

The Seagulls have extended their manager's deal through to 2021 after seeing him cement a standing among English football's elite

Chris Hughton has signed a new contract to extend his spell as Brighton manager, the club have confirmed.

The 59-year-old has agreed to fresh terms that will keep him at the club until June 2021.

Brighton finished 15th in the top flight in 2017-18, having won promotion to the top flight last year, which saw Hughton nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Season award.

"I'm delighted to have extended my time with the club, and I would like to thank the chairman, the board, my staff and everyone at the club, including our fans, for the support we've had in achieving our aims," Hughton told the club's official website.