Brighton tie Hürzeler to 2029 as injuries bite before Wolves
Brighton could miss up to six, with Wieffer out and late calls on March and Milner. Dunk may stay benched. Predicted XI includes Verbruggen, Veltman, Van Hecke, Boscagli, Kadioglu, Gross, Hinshelwood and Welbeck.
Tony Bloom’s Brighton push Europe, with eighth likely enough unless Chelsea win the FA Cup from outside top eight. Brighton Women reach an FA Cup semi at Liverpool, while Union SG and Hearts chase titles.
RB Leipzig cannot buy Brajan Gruda and another loan is out of the question for Brighton without an obligation. His future under Fabian Hürzeler is unclear despite a contract to 2028.
If Villa finish fifth and win the Europa League, sixth enters the Champions League, keeping Brighton in play. If Villa end third or fourth, only the top five qualify and Benfica could claim the EPS.
Brighton confirm Fabian Hürzeler has signed a new deal to 2029. Tony Bloom hails progress, style and resilience, with plans for a strong finish as the club commit to a shared long-term vision.
Brighton join Tottenham and Newcastle in pursuit of Reims keeper Ewen Jaouen, 20. Reims seek €15m-€20m. Albion have also been linked with Lens stopper Robin Risser.
Mats Wieffer says if his rise had continued he’d be at Real Madrid, but he chose Brighton’s development path. Now a right-back under Fabian Hürzeler, he credits time to adapt and advice from James Milner.
Brighton chase Champions League as Wolves, already relegated, risk losing to all 19 opponents if beaten at the Amex. Seagulls are unbeaten in eight vs Wolves and drew 1-1 in the reverse fixture.
Report claims Atletico Madrid could bid for Brighton midfielder Matt O'Riley after limited minutes under Fabian Hürzeler. Celtic are due 10% of any profit if Brighton sell.
