Brighton's German head coach Fabian Hurzeler is expected to evolve the squad this summerBrighton's German head coach Fabian Hurzeler is expected to evolve the squad this summer
Brighton's German head coach Fabian Hurzeler is expected to evolve the squad this summer
transfer decisions to be made this summer at the Amex Stadium
Brighton will likely see a number of players depart this summer as the club continue to evolve their squad.
The Seagulls, who are currently seventh in the Premier League and pushing for European qualification, could part company with at least eight players, including a few first team regulars.
Albion were knocked out of the FA Cup at the quarter-finals on penalties to Nottingham Forest at the Amex Stadium last Saturday and now have just nine top flight matches remaining this term.
Here's who could be on the move this summer...
Tom McGill: The Canada international was recalled from his loan at MK Dons after a shoulder injury to Jason Steele. The 25-year-old is out of contract this summer and is expected to move on.
Tariq Lamptey: The former Chelsea man is currently out with a foot injury and is out of contract this summer. As yet, there's been little talk of a new deal and was heavily linked with a move to Ajax last January. He’s been behind Joel Veltman in the pecking order this term and his time at Brighton has been hindered by injuries.
James Milner: The veteran midfielder continues to struggle with a hamstring issue sustained last September and is out of contract this summer. Unless there’s a huge improvement in his fitness in the closing stages, it’s hard to see a fresh deal as a player.
Simon Adingra: The £20m rated winger has struggled for gametime with the Seagulls this term as Kaoru Mitoma and Yankuba Minteh have held down the wide attacking roles. The 23-year-old Ivory Coast international was linked with a January move to Sunderland. His contract expires in June 2026 and he may look for a move to kick-start his career.
Abdallah Sima: The Senegal attacker will leave this summer as his contract expires – but it's unclear where the 23-year-old will be heading as yet. Currently on loan at Stade Brest and also had spells with Stoke, Rangers and Angers. Injuries have been a problem but he’s a real dangerman on his day. Did his best work at Rangers and they were keen to strike a deal last summer and maybe be interested in taking another look.
Valentin Barco: The 20-year-old Argentina international had a tough loan at Sevilla in La Liga and is now on loan at Liam Rosenior's Strasbourg, where he is starting to find his feet. The French team have an option to buy the left-sided player this summer.
Jeremy Sarmiento: The Ecuador international is currently on loan at Burnley and returns to Brighton this summer. He is contracted to the Seagulls until June 2027 but is unlikely to force his way into Fabian Hurzeler's first team next term. Another loan or a permanent move looks most likley for the 22-year-old winger.
Odeluga Offiah: The right back is currently on loan with Steve Bruce at Blackpool and is due to return to Brighton this summer. The 22-year-old is expected to assess his options this window with a permanent or loan move very much on the cards.
Sussex World verdict: Much will also depend on the future of some of Albion’s major players this season. The likes of Joao Pedro, Kaoru Mitoma, Carlos Baleba and possibly Jan Paul van Hecke will all be in demand this summer and Brighton will be bracing themselves for some significant bids. Mitoma and Pedro could be the most likely exits.
Lamptey will also likely move on after an injury hit four seasons with the Seagulls. It looks doubtful at this stage if James Milner will be offered a new playing deal. A potential coaching role? Adingra’s situation will be interesting to watch. The Ivory Coast attacker was linked with Sunderland and Marseille... but will he stay if Mitoma moves on?
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