Brighton & Hove Albion are at the center of several transfer stories, with the latest reports linking them to a record bid for Nigerian midfielder Zadok Yohanna. An analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been connected with 8 potential arrivals and 8 possible departures. The hottest storyline currently revolves around Arthur Atta. Below are the latest updates on the most significant transfer rumours concerning the Seagulls.
Zadok Yohanna
On Sunday, it was reported that Brighton is a leading club in the effort to recruit 18-year-old AIK midfielder Zadok Yohanna. Despite a recent injury, the young Nigerian has attracted interest from several European clubs. The Seagulls consider the Super Eagle a top priority and are preparing to make a record financial offer to convince AIK. Discussions mention a total amount that could reach 22 to 23 million euros, which could set a new record for Swedish football. AIK is reportedly preparing for a sale of high financial value.
Jan Ziółkowski
Brighton & Hove Albion have an interest in Roma central defender Jan Ziółkowski, though it was reported on Sunday that signing the Polish international is not a priority. AFC Bournemouth was also mentioned as having a similar level of interest. It was further reported that Nottingham Forest has shown more tangible interest, having verbally proposed a valuation of around 15 million euros, a figure Roma's management is said to have considered too low. The Italian club is reportedly seeking approximately 20 million euros for the 20-year-old.
Jan Paul van Hecke
According to a report on Saturday, Jan Paul van Hecke could become Alonso’s first signing at Chelsea. The report stated that the club is eager to strengthen its squad with a player of proven Premier League quality ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Carlos Baleba
On Friday, The Sun stated that Manchester United have reduced their interest in signing Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba, who was reportedly a primary target last summer under Ruben Amorim. This followed a report from Thursday, via The Independent, which claimed United are still interested in the player they have tracked for months. According to that report, the Seagulls will continue to ask for a price of approximately €115 million (£100m), the asking price that deterred United last summer.
Amario Cozier-Duberry
Cercle Brugge is interested in 21-year-old winger Amario Cozier-Duberry, according to reports from Friday. The English youth international, who performed well on loan at Bolton Wanderers last season, has two years remaining on his contract, and it is reported that Brighton is in ongoing talks to extend it. Other clubs, including AS Monaco, FC Köln, Schalke 04, and Rangers, are also said to be monitoring the player. A loan deal is considered the most realistic option for Cercle.
Igor Júlio
On Wednesday, it was reported that Cruzeiro's first offer for defender Igor Júlio has been rejected by Brighton. The Brazilian club continues to be interested and is preparing a new proposal with a higher value. According to ge, Cruzeiro will present values in the coming days that will approach the 6 million euros Brighton initially requested. The same source stated that if an agreement is reached, Igor Júlio is expected to sign a contract that lasts until 2030.
Ngal'ayel Mukau
Brighton & Hove Albion are understood to have performed detailed checks on Lille midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau, as reported on Thursday. Brentford has also reportedly performed similar checks on the 21-year-old, whose profile is said to align with both clubs' focus on technically skilled young talent. They are part of a group of at least five interested Premier League clubs, but Lille remains determined to keep the player, who is contracted until the summer of 2028.
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