FORMER Rovers loan star Harrison Reed has joined Fulham from Southampton on a permanent £8million deal.

The 25-year-old, who played 33 times and scored three goals during a season-long stint at Ewood Park in 2018-19, helped Fulham win the Championship play-off final while on loan from the Saints last term.

Reed, who made 28 appearances for Fulham last season, admitted he cannot wait to get stuck into the Whites’ impending Premier League campaign.

“I’m absolutely buzzing to finally get it done and to be here as a permanent player, I’m absolutely over the moon,” he said.

“It’s going to be an exciting season, it’s a big challenge this year, but I can’t wait to get going, to get back training and I’m really looking forward to the challenge.

“I’m absolutely delighted to be here and commit my future to the club.”

Fulham have also signed Southampton outcast Mario Lemina on a season-long loan deal.

The 26-year-old Lemina spent the bulk of last term on loan at Galatasaray, but will now return to Premier League action with newly-promoted Fulham.The deal contains an option for a permanent move for the Gabon international at the end of the loan agreement.