Brighton manager Sami Hyypia has made Aaron Hughes his first signing after joining the club this summer. The 34-year-old was a free agent after leaving QPR at the end of last season. Hughes, who can play at centre-back and full-back, has signed a one year deal with the Seagulls. New recruit: Aaron Hughes has joined Brighton on a one-year deal in the Championship . First signing: He becomes the piece of business done by new boss Sami Hyypia . Brighton finished sixth in the Championship last campaign, but former boss Oscar Garcia resigned from his position after their failure to beat Derby County in the play-off semi-finals - paving the way for Hyypia to join. The veteran will compete with the likes of Matthew Upson and Gordon Greer for a centre-back role. Hughes has over 15 years of Premier League experience with the likes of Newcastle, Aston Villa and Fulham.
Aaron Hughes signs for Brighton on a one-year deal . Becomes new manager Sami Hyypia's first signing .