The latest transfer talk surrounding Brighton & Hove Albion includes a new link with Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to four possible arrivals and three potential exits. Below is the latest news on the most important transfer rumours, with the hottest storyline currently concerning Tyler Morton.
Younes Ebnoutalib
It was reported on Tuesday that Brighton are monitoring Eintracht Frankfurt's German and Moroccan forward, Younes Ebnoutalib. His exceptional start to the season has attracted interest from multiple Premier League clubs, with both Everton and Tottenham Hotspur also said to be watching the 23-year-old closely. Ebnoutalib, who moved to Frankfurt in January from Elversberg, saw his recent performances, which include four goals in his first four matches, lead to his first senior call-up for Germany. His contract with the German club is valid until 2031, and his current market value is €8.00m, according to Transfermarkt.
Bart Verbruggen
On Wednesday, it was reported that Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen is highly regarded by Tottenham and it is understood that he is a significant consideration for them as they consider their options ahead of next summer. His profile is understood to appeal strongly to people at Tottenham.
Yasin Ayari
Yasin Ayari, a Swedish international midfielder for Brighton & Hove Albion, is reportedly of interest to several European clubs, including Atlético Madrid, as of Tuesday. Newcastle United, Dortmund, and AC Milan are also monitoring the 22-year-old, whose contract is valid until June 2027. The player's reported valuation is approximately €40 million, and it was said that the club rejected a £20 million offer for him from Nottingham Forest in January 2026.
Yankuba Minteh
On Monday, Yankuba Minteh stated, via journalist Fodah Manneh on X, that he is focused on Brighton and does not want to talk much about transfers. In a separate update, Gambian football expert Baboucarr Fallaboweh told Sport Witness that Minteh continues to be interested in a move to Liverpool, saying that the player will still want to go to Liverpool, depending on how Liverpool will act on that desire to have him.
Lucas Da Cunha
Sources confirmed on Wednesday that Brighton, Chelsea, Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United were among several Premier League clubs to have made contact regarding Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha. This interest, which also included Serie A clubs Atalanta, Napoli, and Roma, predated the 25-year-old's first international appearance for France. Da Cunha was ultimately convinced to remain at Como and signed a new five-year contract. It has been reported that Premier League interest has not subsided, and it is also understood that Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, and Bournemouth are observing his circumstances.
Tyler Morton
On Thursday, it was reported that Brighton & Hove Albion are one of several Premier League clubs monitoring 23-year-old English midfielder Tyler Morton following his impressive performances for Lyon. Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace have also been monitoring the midfielder, while Newcastle, Sunderland, and Everton have also been watching him. His former club Liverpool is also interested. Morton joined the French side from Liverpool last summer in a deal that could rise to £15m and included a 20 per cent sell-on clause. Due to the growing interest, it is reported that a bid could be launched when the January window opens. His contract is due to expire in June 2030 and his current market value is €30.00m, according to Transfermarkt.
Gjivai Zechiël
It was understood on Wednesday that Brighton & Hove Albion are one of several Premier League clubs interested in Feyenoord's Netherlands midfielder Gjivai Zechiël. The 22-year-old has attracted attention after scoring five goals and providing four assists in seven league matches at the start of the season. It is also believed that Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest are interested, while Chelsea are tracking the player and Liverpool scouts have reportedly checked on him. Zechiël's contract is valid until June 2029, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €10.00m. In September 2026, reports mentioned a €30 million valuation by Feyenoord.
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