A cheeky Brighton and Hove Albion fan has advertised for the return of the club's star striker.

The Seagulls supporter placed an appeal in The Argus' lost and found section asking if anyone had seen the England under-21 player who last week signed for Spurs.

It read: "Lost. Fine thoroughbred. Last seen in the Withdean area. Answers to the name Bobby. Reward."

Anyone hoping to cash in, however, would have been disappointed to find the wit had published his team's old phone number.

A spokesman for Brighton and Hove Albion said: "This shows our supporters' sense of humour is top of the league at all times even when we are all sorry to see Bobby Zamora leave the Albion.

"However, I'm sure the fans will join with everyone at the club in wishing him well in the Premiership."