Brighton have a strong interest in Sturm Graz's Austrian midfielder Luca Weinhandl before the January transfer window and face competition from Premier League clubs Arsenal and Aston Villa. The 17-year-old is considered a highly-rated prospect in Europe due to his performances in the Austrian Bundesliga and Champions League qualifiers. According to a source, scouts from all three English clubs attended recent matches against Rapid Wien and LASK to create reports. It is expected that a deal valued at approximately £17m will be sufficient for the interested clubs to complete a transfer. While Sturm Graz are realistic about Weinhandl's future, they are not under pressure to sell. The player is not in a hurry to leave as he is satisfied with his development. It is likely that his performances will be monitored further before January, at which point more formal discussions between the clubs could begin. Arsenal are understood to have already made some initial contacts, although these are not at an advanced stage. Weinhandl joined Sturm Graz in January 2026, and his current market value, according to Transfermarkt, is €5.00m.