Alfie Jones: Hull City sign Southampton defender for undisclosed fee

Alfie Jones made 35 appearances for Gillingham during a loan spell last season

Hull City have signed defender Alfie Jones from Premier League side Southampton for an undisclosed fee.

The 22-year-old came through the Saints' academy and made seven appearances for the club's development sides in the EFL Trophy.

In 2018-19 he spent time on loan with Scottish side St Mirren before a loan spell with Gillingham last season.

"There were a lot of clubs showing interest and we're delighted he's picked us," boss Grant McCann said.

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