Brighton & Hove Albion have reportedly turned their attention to a new winger as other transfer sagas continue to develop. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been linked to 11 possible arrivals and 11 potential exits, with the items below representing the latest news on the most important rumours. The hottest storyline right now continues to be the situation surrounding Said El Mala.
Bazoumana Touré
On Wednesday, it was reported that Brighton & Hove Albion have identified TSG Hoffenheim's winger Bazoumana Touré as a potential alternative signing because their transfer for Said El Mala has not progressed. Brighton made an official inquiry for the 20-year-old at the beginning of May. He is considered a slightly more affordable option with an asking price of around €40 million. Touré joined Hoffenheim in February 2025 and his contract runs until June 2029.
Matías Soulé
Roma attacking midfielder Matías Soulé, a 23-year-old Argentine, is being pursued by three Premier League clubs this summer. According to an update on Tuesday from SportsBoom, Aston Villa are believed to be ahead of Brighton and Bournemouth in the effort to sign the player. Soulé's current Transfermarkt market value is €35 million, and recent reports from May 2026 suggest a potential transfer fee of around €40 million, though Roma's minimum asking price is reportedly set at €30 million.
Mio Backhaus
Brighton have been monitoring Mio Backhaus for some time as part of their strategy of recruiting high-potential young players. According to sources who spoke to TEAMtalk on Tuesday, a move to the Premier League is of significant interest to Backhaus. Those sources estimate his value to be around €20million (£17.4m / $23.5m) and state that a competition for his signature could significantly increase that amount. It is expected that Werder Bremen will demand a high fee for the homegrown player, but sources have confirmed the club is willing to consider a large offer.
Lamine Camara
Brighton have watched Lamine Camara extensively during the current campaign, as noted in a Tuesday update. Camara is regarded as a player who is of increasing interest to a growing number of Premier League clubs. A source indicated there is a strong expectation within football circles that the AS Monaco midfielder is highly likely to move to England this summer if the right proposal arrives.
Said El Mala
On Wednesday, it was reported that Chelsea will face competition from Brighton for Said El Mala, with reports stating Chelsea are now considered the frontrunners to sign him. That same day, it was also reported that a move for the player from 1. FC Köln to Brighton was blocked. According to 'Sport Bild', El Mala's mother and advisor telephoned Brighton and was assured that the club still has an interest, but talks with Köln are currently on hold. Brighton has not made an official offer, and it was signaled from Germany that no deal would be considered for less than 50 million euros.
Igor Júlio
ESPN reported on Monday that Cruzeiro started official negotiations with Brighton to sign defender Igor Júlio. Brighton is requesting 6 million euros for the player, while Cruzeiro's initial offer was a slightly lower amount. The involved parties are confident about a positive outcome because the financial difference is small and the deal is regarded as being significantly progressed. The primary current issue is the transfer's payment method. Igor Júlio is receptive to returning to Brazil, and the contract being discussed is for a four-year term.
Ayase Ueda
According to a Monday report from Voetbalprimeur.nl, there is an ongoing transfer situation involving Feyenoord striker Ayase Ueda and Brighton, and a transfer fee of around fifteen million euros is expected to be sufficient for the transfer. It is understood that Brighton sent representatives to watch the 27-year-old Japanese attacker this season, amid growing interest from several Premier League clubs including Leeds United, Everton and Tottenham.
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