Joel Lynch has become Nottingham Forest's latest summer signing.

The 21 year old defender has completed his £200,000 switch from Brighton & Hove Albion, signing a three-year contract. Lynch spent most of last season on loan with The Reds, making 23 appearances.

He is capable of playing at left back - where he has operated for much of his time in Forest colours - in the centre of defence.

It is envisaged that he will line-up for The Reds this evening, either against Rushden & Diamonds at Nene Park (kick-off 7.30pm) and Rotherham at Sheffield's Don Valley Stadium (kick-off 7.45pm).