According to Pete O’Rourke, Tommy Watson has undergone the initial stage of his medical today at Leicester prior to his loan move from Brighton.

According to Pete O’Rourke, Leicester and Brighton have agreed a loan deal for winger Tommy Watson.

Leicester City are competing with several other clubs to sign Brighton's English winger Tommy Watson, who could be set for a loan move. According to the Sunderland Echo, West Ham, West Brom, Hull City, and Derby County are also competing to sign the 20-year-old. The forward and his representatives reportedly have a significant decision to make regarding his next club. It is understood that the priority for those close to Watson is to secure a move where he can play regularly and find an environment to build rhythm, confidence, and consistency over a full season. Watson, who has been capped for England U20, joined Brighton in July 2025 and is under contract until 2029, with a current Transfermarkt market value of €7.00m.