Brighton track Diego Gómez update as top-four push gathers pace
Jack Hinshelwood reacts to Fabian Hürzeler’s touchline ban, offering an admission on the head coach as Brighton manage without him.
Doctor Agustín Chaparro says Diego Gómez’s knee issue looks a ‘very mild’ meniscus fissure, but swelling clouds scans. He may miss the season. Further tests Monday. Player aware of English interest.
Brighton and Crystal Palace track Atlético Nacional winger José Escorcia, 16, after his U17 South American title with Colombia. Post-Brexit rules mean any UK move must wait until he turns 18.
Opinion: with five games left, Brighton are five points off the Champions League. Danny Welbeck leads with 13 league goals, while a 39-goal defence underpins a late push for top four.
Brighton pull their €35m bid for Köln’s 19-year-old Said El Mala after agreeing personal terms, with the Bundesliga club seeking €50m. Newcastle and Chelsea are monitoring the forward.
Defender Adam Webster provides an injury update as reports link him with a potential Brighton exit on a free, alongside discussion of his contract situation.
Manchester United consider a £42m move for Brighton left-back Ferdi Kadioglu after his strong season and Euro 2024 run. Brighton signed him in 2024 and would seek a sizeable profit.
