Former Ipswich Town trialist Steven Alzate has signed for Championship side Hull City.

The midfielder was released by Brighton & Hove Albion at the end of last season, having scored three goals in 51 games for them since arriving from Leyton Orient in 2017.

Consecutive loan spells at Belgian side Standard Liège ultimately spelled the end of his time at the Amex Stadium, with the seven-cap Colombian international seemingly keen on staying in the Premier League.

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As a result, Ipswich took him on trial before the start of the campaign, allowing him to train with them for around a week as he was named on the bench for their final pre-season friendly - a 1-0 home win against OGC Nice.

He didn’t get on the pitch during that match, but did get minutes during the subsequent training game afterwards. Ultimately, the Blues opted against signing him.

Amid reported interest from top-flight clubs in Spain and Italy, he decided to drop down to the Championship, joining Hull on a two-year deal with the option for a third year.

“I’m extremely delighted to be here and for it to finally get done,” he said after signing. “Speaking to the directors, the ambition of the club was why I decided to join.

“Ex-teammates of mine have played here – Noah Ohio and Aaron Connolly – and said good things. I know Ryan Longman and Carl Rushworth from Brighton and Gustavo Puerta from the national team.

“I’ve never played here and I can’t wait to get on the pitch. I’m looking forward to getting my first minutes, playing, getting some wins and hopefully contributing some goals and assists.

“Individually, I want to get as many games in as I can, get my stats up with goals and assists and, with my experience, help the team have a good season.”

The 26-year-old could make his debut on Friday night as the Tigers host Sheffield United at the MKM Stadium.