Crewe Alexandra have completed the signing of Brighton defender Ed Turns.

The 21-year-old centre-half has agreed a loan deal until the end of the season.

A product of the Seagulls youth system, Turns made two appearances for the Premier League outfit before enjoying a successful loan spell at Leyton Orient last season.

He helped The O’s to the League Two title – making 16 starts and scoring in a 2-0 win at Mornflake Stadium last February.

The Wales Under-21 international returned to Brisbane Road on loan in August and made a further 17 appearances.

Now he will join the Alex’s promotion push.

Everybody at Crewe Alexandra would like to welcome Ed and wish him all the best for the season.