Brighton defender Joël Veltman signs contract extension

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Richard Buxton·3 July 2023

Joël Veltman has signed a two-year contract extension with Brighton.

The versatile defender was due to become a free agent after his existing deal with Roberto De Zerbi’s side expired last month.

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But Veltman, 31, reaffirmed his commitment to the Seagulls on Monday with a new deal that ties his future to the club until June 2025.

“I am very pleased that he has extended his contract,” said De Zerbi.

“He is a good example to the other players, and he will be a key and important player for us.”

Veltman joined Brighton from boyhood club Ajax in 2020 for a fee in the region of £900,000.

The Netherlands international has made 83 appearances for the South Coast club, who sealed a Europa League place last season.