Brighton praised for £52m van Hecke deal with Spurs
Simon Jordan says Brighton ‘pulled Spurs’ pants down’ over Jan Paul van Hecke’s £52m move, citing a message from Daniel Levy and the defender being a year from the end of his contract. He also referenced Roberto De Zerbi when assessing Spurs’ business.
Column cites Brighton’s model on timing sales, urging West Ham to cash in on Crysencio Summerville amid reported €50m interest from PSG, with Manchester United and Tottenham also linked after his World Cup goal.
Brighton plan to activate Venezia centre-back Michael Svoboda’s €5m clause in July and are leading the race. Talks continue on personal terms after bids for Luka Vušković were rejected by Spurs.
Schalke show concrete interest in Brighton centre-back Igor Julio, seeking a loan with option to buy. Finances and his 2027 contract make a deal difficult, with an obligation likely needed.
Opinion piece hails Jan Paul van Hecke after 36 Premier League starts and argues Roberto De Zerbi’s Tottenham want him for his ball-playing reliability and the trust built during their time together at Brighton.
