Bournemouth have already begun preparations for next season after confirming the signing of Bristol City defender Lloyd Kelly.
The 20-year-old has put pen to paper on a long-term deal at the Vitality Stadium after enjoying a fine season for the Robins, with him making 32 Championship appearances as they finished eighth.
It's official, we've completed the signing of @lloydkelly4 from Bristol City on a long-term contract!
— AFC Bournemouth (@afcbournemouth) May 18, 2019
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The England Under-21 international was the subject of plenty of interest from a host of Premier League clubs, although Bournemouth have confirmed the news via their official website, with Kelly speaking of his delight at signing for the club.
He said: "
"Premier League football is what I've always wanted to achieve. I want to play as many games as possible and I feel like this is the right place for me to try and do that."
Welcome to the club, Lloyd Kelly! #afcb pic.twitter.com/Q2YDzghheN
— AFC Bournemouth (@afcbournemouth) May 18, 2019
Manager Eddie Howe has also spoken of his delight at signing the versatile defender, describing him as an "exciting talent".
Howe added: "
"He is athletic, versatile, physically excellent and has a very bright future ahead of him.
Source: 90min