Brighton have now reportedly expressed interest in signing a £120,000-a-week Premier League defender.
Brighton look to strengthen in a number of areas
The Seagulls are likely to face a rather busy January transfer window as they look for reinforcements in a number of areas, with Fabian Huerzeller aiming to get his side back on track after recent poor performances.
With doubts over Evan Ferguson’s future at the Amex Stadium, the Seagulls are now keen to sign another young forward and have identified Daniel Cummings as a potential target this month.
Cummings is not the only striker Brighton are considering as Chiefs are also competing with Liverpool for Nuremberg striker Stefanos Zimas, with the Greek having impressed with his performances in the Bundesliga this season .
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With Ferguson likely to move on to new pastures soon, a new striker may be needed, but Huzelle is also looking to strengthen at the other end of the pitch, having recently identified a new target.
According to the Daily Mail, Brighton is currently Expressed interest in signing Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyojust seven months after completing his move to Stamford Bridge.
The £120,000-a-week defender has been given regular game time with the Blues this season but has started just seven top-flight games and the Seagulls are now keen on a permanent deal and have contacted their Premier League rivals to clarify their options interest.
It is unclear whether Chelsea’s hierarchy are willing to give the green light to the transfer, but it is believed that selling him will have a significant impact on their compliance with financial rules, which may be an incentive to complete the deal.
Tosin could be a quality signing
The former Fulham man has proven himself in the Premier League over the years and has become a regular at Chelsea in recent weeks, forcing his way into Enzo Maresca’s plans. The Briton’s aerial performance was particularly solid, ranking No. 82nd percentile He has won every 90 aerials over the past year and his ability has been praised by journalist Zach Lowy.
It may seem a bit strange for Chelsea to sell the 27-year-old so soon after signing him, but they will be able to make a pure profit as they signed him on a free transfer in the summer. Given Adarabioyo’s defensive abilities, Brighton should be at the front of the queue to sign him if he becomes available this month.
