'Are you worried about losing him?' - Tony Bloom makes Fabian Hurzeler and Brighton admission

Chairman Tony Bloom says Brighton are prepared for every eventuality if and when the top clubs make a move for head coach Fabian Hurzeler.

The 33-year-old German has impressed at Brighton since arriving from St Pauli in 2024.

Hurzeler led the Seagulls to two eighth place finishes and a strong start to the new campaign has them third in the Premier League table.

Hurzeler also steered Brighton to the league stage of the Uefa Conference League and just prior to the international break, he masterminded back to back wins against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup and Arsenal in the Premier League.

Bloom took a gamble when appointing Hurzeler - the youngest ever permanent manager in Premier League history - but it's one that appears to be paying off.

Bloom’s gamble pays off

Tottenham and Manchester United have recently been linked with the Albion boss and if more success follows, the German - who is contracted with Brighton until 2029 - could be one of the most sought after young managers in world football.

"No I never worry about losing anyone at the football club," said Bloom to BBC's Johnny Cantor on the Albion Unlimited podcast.

"I know these things will change over time with all it is and we're prepared for any eventuality."

Bloom added: "I think he's done really well during the first two seasons at the football club.

"And as we expected of course, he's going to learn things. He's a really young head coach, he had 18 months experience as the head coach at a high level (St Pauli) and then come into the Premier League.

Difficult moments

"He has in each of the two seasons, he's had to come through some really difficult times.

"He's come through that by having real belief in his processes and his systems. I think that experience will do him the world of good going forward.

"I'm really looking forward to seeing what he and the other coaches and the players will achieve this season."

Brighton, along with the rest of the Premier League, are currently paused for the international break. The Seagulls resume action on October 10 at Sunderland and then start the league phase of the Uefa Conference League on October 15 against Lithuanian outfit FK Kauno Zalgiris at the Amex Stadium.

Bloom: Brighton’s best ever squad

The Seagulls are bracing themselves for a hectic schedule but Bloom feels the squad has plenty of depth which will help Hurzeler - but also provide selection issues.

“I do believe that we have an immensely talented squad of players, the best squad of players this football club has ever had,” said Bloom.

“We've got a really big squad of 30 players, not including some really talented youngsters as well.

“The reason is that during the month of August we had 10 injuries, and knowing that we've got Europe as well.

“We just needed to make sure we had enough numbers. When everyone gets back, if they're all fit at the same time, then Fabian's got some really difficult decisions to be made.

“But he will much prefer that situation.”