Rangers sign Brighton winger Jamie Murphy on loan
Rangers have signed Brighton winger Jamie Murphy on an initial loan deal, the English club have announced.
The 28-year-old, who was born in Glasgow, will remain with the Ladbrokes Premiership club until the end of the season, when the move is ''expected to become permanent'', according to a Brighton statement.
Seagulls boss Chris Hughton said: ''Jamie is a great lad, a fantastic professional and has a desire to play - and while we were in no hurry to see him leave, we do understand his desire to play for his boyhood team and one of the biggest clubs in Scotland.
He's been excellent for the club, ever since we signed him from Sheffield United, and wrote himself into club folklore as a crucial part of our promotion-winning side last season.
On behalf of all at the club, I'd like to thank Jamie for his efforts and achievements during his time here and wish him the very best for the future.''
Murphy made 35 league appearances as Brighton earned automatic promotion from the Championship during the 2016-17 campaign, but has not played for the first team since September this season.