Brighton are showing an interest in Lille's 21-year-old Belgian and Spanish forward, Matias Fernandez-Pardo. His performances in Ligue 1 have attracted attention from clubs in the Premier League and Europe. In addition to Brighton, Premier League sides Brentford, Crystal Palace, and Newcastle United are also monitoring the player ahead of the summer transfer window. His contract with the French club runs until 2029, and his current Transfermarkt valuation is €30.00m. In May 2026, Lille's asking price was reportedly between €30 million and €60 million. The fee paid to KAA Gent for him in August 2024 was around €10-€11.5 million.