Brighton new boy Andrew Crofts is expecting tough competition for places at the Withdean next season.

The 25-year-old midfielder has linked up with his new team-mates for the start of pre-season training after agreeing a two-year contract following his release by Gillingham.

Seagulls manager Russell Slade has already brought in James Tunnicliffe, Mark Wright and Gary Dicker and has not finished his summer overhaul yet.

"The manager is still looking to bring in a few new faces," said Crofts.

"He has made some good signings and all the lads here already are good players, so it's tough and good competition."