FORMER Newcastle, Aston Villa and Fulham defender Aaron Hughes has joined Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Northern Ireland international has signed a one-year deal with the Seagulls following his departure from Queens Park Rangers.
Hughes, 34, becomes new manager Sami Hyypia's first signing.
"We wanted to bring another experienced defender and Aaron fits the bill," said ex-Liverpool player Hyypia.
LEEDS United have added two more players to their squad.
Italian midfielder Tommaso Bianchi has joined the Yorkshire club from Serie A side Sassuolo, signing a four-year deal.
The 25-year-old spent last season on loan at Serie B outfit Modena.
Senegal striker Souleymane Doukara has also been recruited by Leeds, on a season-long loan from Italian side Catania.
The 22-year-old forward scored six goals in 20 appearances for Serie B club Juve Stabia during a loan spell last term.
