Brighton face Igor Julio talks as Welbeck link draws focus

Former Brighton defender Joël Veltman says an Ajax return is 'certainly not on the cards' after only a brief chat with Jordi Cruyff, and is keeping his options open as a free agent.
Schalke have enquired about Brighton's out-of-favour Facundo Buonanotte, with the Argentine needing a move to get his career back on track after showing promise at Rosario Central and Brighton.
Brighton have signed 18-year-old striker Valentin Joseph from Blackburn Rovers on a 3-year deal for the under-21s, with coach Shannon Ruth praising his finishing, physicality and potential.
Espanyol are negotiating with Brighton over defender Igor Julio, with the Brazilian expected to leave after failing to play for Albion in the Premier League following his loan spell at West Ham.
A separate report focuses on whether Chelsea could still sign Danny Welbeck from Brighton after FA punishment.