Hull City have signed permanently Chelsea utility Xavier Simons.

Simons has been playing on-loan with the Tigers this season.

He has managed to play seven competitive matches for the Championship club and now Hull have confirmed his permanent signing.

The 20-year-old has signed a contract until the summer of 2026 with an option for another year.

"I am really happy to tie Xavier to a long-term contract. We have worked really hard to get Xavi involved in the club and he is really a big part of my plans," said managere Liam Rosenior.