Ben White Signs New Four-Year Brighton Contract
Highly sought-after English defender Ben White has signed a new four-year contract with Brighton and Hove Albion to remain at the club until the summer of 2024.
White spent last season on loan at Leeds United, where he played in all 46 championship games to help Marcelo Bielsa’s men gain promotion to the Premier League after a 16-year hiatus.
Leeds were interested in striking a deal with Brighton to keep White at Elland Road permanently but all efforts were rebuffed for the 22-year-old.
Brighton rejected three bids from Leeds for White, including a £25m offer last month.
Leeds have turned their attentions to Freiburg defender Robin Koch, signing the Germany international on a four-year deal.
White has now committed his long-term future to Brighton, much to the delight of manager Graham Potter.
"I have been looking forward to working with Ben for a long time. He was a player I was well aware of, even before I came to the club," Potter told Brighton's official website.
"He has gradually stepped up the EFL divisions, with Newport County, Peterborough United and Leeds United.
"He had a brilliant season helping Leeds to the title last season, and now he has the opportunity to show his qualities in the Premier League.
"We are delighted to have agreed a new long-term contract with him, and I am sure our supporters will be looking forward to watching him play for the club."
Brighton will host Chelsea on the opening weekend of the Premier League season on September 14.
