Brighton's Swedish international striker joins Championship club

Brighton & Hove Albion can confirm that striker Viktor Gyokeres has joined Championship club Swansea City on loan until the end of the season, subject to international clearance.

The 22-year-old Swedish international has made eight first-team appearances for Albion and scored his first senior goal last month in the Carabao Cup win over Portsmouth.

Gyokeres spent last season on loan with German second-tier club St Pauli, scoring seven goals in 26 appearances.

Technical Director Dan Ashworth said, “Viktor has made good progress last season and at the start of this one; his selection for our three Carabao Cup ties reflects that.

“This loan spell is the next stage in his development. He will get regular game-time at Championship level, and with a club Graham knows well.

“We wish him well for the season ahead at Swansea and David Weir’s loans team will be monitoring his performances closely.”