Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey agrees one-year contract extension with Brighton

Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey has agreed a one-year contract extension with Brighton & Hove Albion, the club have confirmed.

The 24-year-old has racked up 122 appearances for the Seagulls, netting five times and registering 12 assists across all competitions since making his debut for the club in 2020.

Lamptey was hampered by injuries last season, making 20 appearances, scoring three goals and providing two assists for Brighton who failed to qualify for European football next season.

Head coach Fabian Hurzeler said, “We’re delighted Tariq is staying with us. He wants to help the team achieve our targets and gives us great options in wide areas.

“We are looking forward to Tariq being part of our journey next season.”

Lamptey, who rose to prominence under Graham Potter, moved to the Amex Stadium from Chelsea midway through the 2019/20 season.

His transfer came as a shock after his impressive Premier League debut for Frank Lampard’s side at Arsenal.

The versatile right-back came through the youth ranks at Chelsea, featuring in over 50 games before making three appearances for the senior side.

Lamptey has earned senior international honours with Ghana, making eight appearances so far.

Brighton, meanwhile, have also secured Abdallah Sima, Seb Jensen, Harry Mills, Odel Offiah, and Jamie Mullins on contract extensions.