According to sources who spoke to Football Insider, Brighton intends to send Tommy Watson on loan again for the next season following his spell with Millwall. Brighton is seeking to send him to a new club to continue his development, as they have significant plans for his long-term future. It is believed that there is considerable interest in the winger, with Championship clubs monitoring his situation. Brighton is now prepared to make him available and hopes his next spell will be more suitable for him than his move to Millwall.

Clubs in Portugal have contacted Brighton to express their interest in English winger Tommy Watson, and several European sides are interested in offering Watson an opportunity similar to that of the growing number of young English players succeeding abroad. Brighton have indicated they are willing to let the 19-year-old leave this month. It is believed that Brighton are open to a range of proposals, with the club's priority being to ensure Watson goes to a club where he will play regular senior football. Enquiries about a possible permanent deal have been made as part of some of the foreign interest, but that is not an option Brighton are willing to consider. Watson’s representatives are now evaluating the options, considering the advantages of a Championship loan, with clubs like Stoke City and Burnley linked, against the attractiveness of a move abroad. A decision is expected to be made in the coming days as clubs begin to make their offers official. The England U21 international has made six Premier League appearances this season and is under contract until 2029, having joined from Sunderland in July 2025 for a €12 million fee. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €10.00m.