Brighton set for Spurs test as Boscagli praise emerges
Brighton lead the race for Köln attacker Said El Mala after a €35m+€4m bid, with Köln seeking €50m. Chelsea and Newcastle monitor as talks over a summer move continue.
Fabian Hurzeler praises Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton achievements but targets a win at Tottenham, stressing ‘we are there to achieve something’ as Albion push for Europe from ninth.
Brighton, five wins in six, visit Spurs. Lewis Dunk is suspended, Stefanos Tzimas and Adam Webster are out, and James Milner is a doubt. Spurs are in a slump despite Rodrigo Bentancur’s return to training. The preview tips the Seagulls to take points in north London.
Lewis Dunk completes his ban this weekend, back for the second DGW33 match. James Milner remains out but is close. Fabian Hurzeler considers starting Kaoru Mitoma over in-form Yankuba Minteh on the left.
Brighton’s DGW33 v Spurs and Chelsea looks promising for attack. Jan Paul van Hecke and Bart Verbruggen stand out at the back. Danny Welbeck’s minutes are a risk. Pascal Gross, Jack Hinshelwood, Yankuba Minteh and Diego Gomez are key midfield options.
Brighton are determined to make a move for Girona winger Azzedine Ounahi, who has a €20m clause. Atlético Madrid also monitoring him, while Girona are considering a new deal to keep him.
Ex-PSV boss Peter Bosz hails Brighton’s Olivier Boscagli as the best technician he has worked with. Despite the praise, the 28-year-old has only 14 appearances this season and has struggled to convince Fabian Hurzeler.
Brighton enquire for Swansea’s Žan Vipotnik after 21 goals in 40 Championship games. Benfica and Sporting are also keen, with Albion seeking a long-term striker beyond Danny Welbeck.
