Young Albion midfielder Charlie Harris has completed his move to Barnsley.

The 20-year-old has signed a deal until June 2017 at Oakwell.

He was on loan at Conference outfit Aldershot earlier this season but now has a chance to make his name in League One on a permanent transfer.

Albion under-21s coach Simon Rusk said: "It's a good move for Charlie.

“At this moment in time, there aren't the opportunities for him here at Brighton, but it's pleasing that he's managed to secure something at a good League One club.

"Charlie has great enthusiasm, and has worked hard for the club and this is a reward for that approach. I've enjoyed working with him and on behalf of everyone here, I would like to wish him all the best for the future."

Academy manager John Morling added, "It's a great move for Charlie, he trained up there last week and played in a practice match on Friday.

"He's been offered a contract with them, which is great. He's got a really good chance of making his Football League debut and progressing his career. He is a great lad and we wish him all the best."

Harris made a good impression with senior squad during the 2014 summer trip to Spain, scoring a cracking goal in the 4-0 friendly win over Partick.

He joins a Barnsey side handily poised five points outside the play-off places.