United Kingdom, April 16 -- Sean 'Diddy' Combs has added Young Thug's defence attorney Brian Steel to his trial team ahead of his upcoming court date.

The 55-year-old rapper is jailed in New York facing trial on federal charges including sex trafficking and in a motion filed in Manhattan federal court, Steel, 56, requested admission to represent the rapper ahead of the proceedings - with jury selection set for 5 May.

Steel's involvement marks a key addition to Combs' defence as he faces serious allegations of abusing women over several decades.

Combs,55, has seen a significant shift in his legal team since his indictment in September.

Mr Steel, best known for his role in securing the release of rapper Young Thug - real name Jeffery Wi...