Brighton winger Soufyan Ahannach has joined Royale Union Saint-Gilloise on a season-long loan.

The second-tier Belgian club is owned by Albion chief Tony Bloom.

Seagulls gaffer Graham Potter said: "This loan move gives Soufyan the chance to play regular football at a good standard — which we couldn't guarantee this season.

"He came to the club with an impressive record from his time in Holland, and the aim this season is for him to get back to that level in Belgium.

"He's overcome a bad injury he suffered during his time on loan with Sparta Rotterdam but, since recovering, he has found his opportunities limited to under-23 football.

"This move gives Soufyan the chance of playing regular senior football. It's a good move for him and us, and we will keep a close eye on his progress in Belgium."