Blackburn Rovers sign defender Gady Beyuku from Modena

Blackburn Rovers have completed the signing of right-back Gady Beyuku from Italian club Modena. The 20-year-old French defender joins on a long-term contract for an undisclosed fee. Beyuku previously made 32 appearances for Modena during their sixth-place finish in Serie B last season. He represents the third new player to join Blackburn during the current summer transfer window. The defender could make his debut for his new club in the upcoming Lancashire derby against Preston North End, scheduled for this Saturday. Blackburn manager and recruitment staff aim to bolster the squad's defensive options ahead of the weekend fixture.

• 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Blackburn sign Modena right-back Beyuku