Premier League newcomers complete transfers

NORWICH have completed the signing of teenage midfielder Liam Gibbs from bitter rivals Ipswich for an undisclosed fee.

The 18-year-old, who made a single League One appearance for the Tractor Boys, has agreed a four-year contract at Carrow Road. He will initially join the Canaries’ development and academy setup.

“It is a new step for me and for my career. I am looking to make the most of it, showcase my talent and hopefully I can help the club keep moving forward,” Gibbs told Norwich’s website after turning down a new deal at Portman Road.

“Norwich have a reputation for bringing through young players and I just want to be the next one to get into the first team and make things happen.

“I can see a clear pathway for me. Now I am just excited to get started, fulfil my potential and show everyone what I can do.”

BRENTFORD have signed Chelsea midfielder Myles Peart-Harris for an undisclosed fee.

The 18-year-old has moved across west London after signing a four-year deal.

Peart-Harris – an England youth international – came through Chelsea’s youth system but leaves without making a firstteam appearance.

Bees boss Thomas Frank said on the club’s official website: “Myles is a very talented young player and an exciting signing.

“We see him playing as an ‘eight’ in our system and he fits the position profile perfectly for that. He is a dynamic midfield player, and he drives forward with the ball.

“Myles has great quality on the ball. He can score goals and deliver assists for us.

“There is also lots of development potential for our coaches to work with. We think there will be lots of areas where he will get better, particularly defensively, but he has some great attributes, and we believe we can maximise his potential.”

The teenager becomes the eighth signing of the summer for Brentford as they prepare for their maiden season in the Premier League.

Bees’ co-director of football Phil Giles added: “Over recent seasons we have made sure we have found as many opportunities as possible to give young players a chance to play and develop.

“Even though we are now playing at a higher level, that principle is one we want to maintain.

“With that in mind, we are looking forward to seeing Myles earn his opportunity and hopefully he can be another young player to make an impact at Brentford.”