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Former Leicester City player Anthony Knockaert has scored 16 goals in 54 games for Brighton

Brighton & Hove Albion winger Anthony Knockaert has extended his contract with the Championship club.

The 25-year-old Frenchman will now remain at the Amex Stadium until the end of the 2020-21 campaign.

Knockaert, who joined the Seagulls in January 2016 from Belgian side Standard Liege, has scored 11 goals in 33 appearances this season.

"Anthony has been an integral member of the squad since his arrival," boss Chris Hughton told the club website. external-link

"This new contract recognises the hard work and relentless effort he has given to the team."