American forward Olivia Garcia has joined Brighton (Credit: Brighton Women X)

Brighton have confirmed the signing of 22-year-old American forward Olivia Garcia.

Garcia arrives after two seasons in the Danish A League and will continue her development immediately with a loan move to Swedish League side AIK until the end of June.

The forward becomes the latest addition as Albion continue to strengthen their squad, while planning carefully for the future.

Her arrival comes during a busy period off the pitch with reports that Brighton rejected three bids from Juventus for Fran Kirby highlighting the club’s determination to protect key attacking players.

Brighton sign Olivia Garcia

Garcia will link up with AIK on loan where she will gain further minutes and experience in a new environment before returning to Brighton. The club believes that a spell in Sweden will provide the right balance of competitive football and personal development as she adapts to life at a new club.

Managing director Zoe Johnson spoke of the club’s excitement about the signing and explained the thinking behind the loan arrangement.

She said, “We’re delighted to welcome Olivia to the club and are really excited about her potential. She is a promising...