Albion defender Leon Balogun has completed a permanent switch to Wigan Athletic.

He is out of contract with the Seagulls this summer and has impressed on loan in the Championship.

Balogun never played in the league for Graham Potter and the Seagulls will have even more competition for defensive places going into next season.

Albion’s head coach said: “Leon has always been extremely professional and good to work with during my time at the club, but he was finding it hard to get the game time he would have liked.

“The loan move to Wigan seemed to be a good move for everyone involved, and he has made a really positive impact there.

“We would like to thank him for his contribution over the last couple of years and we wish him all the best for the next chapter of his career.”

Balogun will be most fondly remembered by Albion fans for his goal with his first touch as substitute against Crystal Palace when his side were temporarily playing with nine men.