The Seagulls have been excellent this season in the Premier League and are on track for European qualification. Roberto De Zerbi's men have played some stylish football and last Saturday thrashed Wolves 6-0 at the Amex Stadium.
It was a particularly pleasing as it gave Albion fans a glimpse of what the future could look like as three key players – Kaoru Mitoma, Alexis Mac Allister and Moises Caicedo – were all rested an on the bench.
The talented trio continue to be at the centre of most of the transfer speculation, with Mac Allister and Caicedo tipped to exit. Head coach De Zerbi hinted recently that Mitoma will stay next season, while Albion have also been linked with two experienced players at Liverpool and also a Brazilian striker from the Championship.
Here’s Brighton's possible starting XI for next season IF the transfer rumours are true...
The talented trio continue to be at the centre of most of the transfer speculation, with Mac Allister and Caicedo tipped to exit. Head coach De Zerbi hinted recently that Mitoma will stay next season, while Albion have also been linked with two experienced players at Liverpool and also a Brazilian striker from the Championship.
![Brighton are said to be close in finalising a £30m deal for the Brazilian attacker currently playing the Championship with Watford. Will be a fine addition to De Zerbi's South American attacking options](https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmUxODkxYTNiLTk3MjctNDlhNC04OGZkLWViNTNmZjdhN2JmYjpmYjQ0MjhhNi0wMmY0LTRiYzAtYmFjZS0wYWFkZDRjZWE2ZDE=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=594)
9. Joao Pedro - A
Brighton are said to be close in finalising a £30m deal for the Brazilian attacker currently playing the Championship with Watford. Will be a fine addition to De Zerbi's South American attacking options Photo: Tom Dulat
![The Japan international has been nothing short of sensational in his first season. Plenty of clubs want him but De Zerbi hinted recently that he will stay for another season. Great news if he does.](https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmM1N2M4NjI1LTA5NzUtNDVjMy1hZjZlLTczYmYwNDUxYmIwZDpmZTVkMzY0Zi1mMzYwLTRmMzAtYjc1YS1iODkzZmIyMmFjZmY=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
10. Kaoru Mitoma - A
The Japan international has been nothing short of sensational in his first season. Plenty of clubs want him but De Zerbi hinted recently that he will stay for another season. Great news if he does. Photo: Charlie Crowhurst
![Brighton have missed his presence since the 18-year-old injured his ankle against Chelsea. He is hoping to be back this Thursday against Man U. Looks like a complete striker and could potentially save Brighton millions in the transfer market. A fine prospect.](https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmIyOWEzZjBiLTBhOTAtNDhlNS04ZWRiLTkzMDk2MGRmMTU2YTpiNjA1M2QwNi03ZWUzLTQwYjQtYTQ0Yi1hNzZmYjVjN2IzMGU=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
11. Evan Ferguson - A
Brighton have missed his presence since the 18-year-old injured his ankle against Chelsea. He is hoping to be back this Thursday against Man U. Looks like a complete striker and could potentially save Brighton millions in the transfer market. A fine prospect. Photo: Michael Steele