According to a report from **Foot Mercato** journalist **[Santi Aouna](https://x.com/Santi_J_FM/status/1927312008740773942)**, FC Barcelona have made an enquiry for Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen (22). The Catalan side have asked for the conditions of a potential deal with the Sussex club.
The 22-year-old Netherlands national team goalkeeper are reportedly looking for a long-term successor to Marc-Andre ter Stegen – who tore his ACL earlier this season. Verbruggen is high on the list for the goalkeeper position along with Joan García from Espanyol, reports **Aouna**.
Verbruggen the _Seagulls_ from Anderlecht in July 2023 and has established himself as Brighton’s first-choice keeper after rotating with Jason Steele under current Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi in the 2023-2024 season. Last season the Dutchman was an undisputed starter under Fabian Hurzeler, making 36 Premier League appearances this season.
He is currently under contract with the _Albion_ until 2028, but has missed out on the latest Netherlands squad after he was reportedly _“struggling with physical complaints and needed time for the recovery process.”_
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