Brighton weigh Igor sale as summer plans take shape

Opinion piece argues Teams Like Brighton now unsettle the Big Six, citing a late Georginio Rutter equaliser at Spurs that kept Tottenham in the relegation zone and a win over Chelsea which led to Liam Rosenior’s sacking. It suggests Brighton’s rise, alongside Bournemouth and Brentford, challenges established hierarchies and raises hopes for future cup runs.
Former Brighton and Newcastle manager Chris Hughton reveals he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in April 2025 and had successful surgery in May, stressing early detection and a positive outlook.
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Fiorentina, with Fabio Paratici seeking to launch a new project, are looking at Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler. La Nazione via La Viola report he would be tempted by a Serie A switch, with Enzo Maresca and Francesco Farioli also under consideration.
Igor Julio is increasingly likely to leave in the summer. Cruzeiro have made renewed contact that reportedly ‘moved’ the Brighton defender, but there is no offer yet. Interest from Europe remains, and Albion want a permanent sale at around £6m.