Brighton's summer overhaul continues as Fabian Hurzeler prepares his squad for the new Premier League season.
The Seagulls reported back for pre-season testing last week as new signings and familiar faces settled in.
Brighton have so far signed the likes of Charalampos Kostoulas, Stefanos Tzimas, Tommy Watson, Diego Coppola, Olivier Boscagli – and Belgium left back Maxim De Cuyper is expected to arrive in the coming days. The club have also been linked with Liverpool's England under-21 star Harvey Elliott. Although numerous other clubs, including Newcastle, Inter and Juventus, are also keen.
Head coach Hurzeler admitted players will also leave in the coming weeks. Napoli bid £25m for ex-Celtic midfielder Matt O'Riley, Pervis Estupinan has been linked with Manchester United and Igor Julio has been targeted by Wolves and Real Sociedad. The futures of returning loanees Evan Ferguson, Julio Enciso and Facundo Buonanotte are also uncertain.
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5. Lewis Dunk - CB
The Brighton skipper struggled with form and fitness last term. The 33 year-old is expected to have a full pre-season and will hopefully be back to his best this term. New signings Coppola and Boscagli will provide fresh competition along with Adam Webster. Igor Julio is expected to exit while Erin Cashin may head out on loan Photo: Mike Hewitt
6. Maxim De Cuyper - LB
Belgium's Maxim De Cuyper is set to join from Club Brugge for around £20m. The 24-year should be a fine addition as Pervis Estupinan plots his exit. Photo: DIRK WAEM
7. Harvey Elliott - M
The Liverpool man has been linked with a £40m move to Brighton - although RB Leipzig, Newcastle, West Ham, Borussia Dortmund, Inter and Juventus are also jostling. Elliott would be a dream addition to the Brighton midfield. Played with Jack Hinshelwood at the Under-21 Euros. Photo: Liverpool FC
8. Jack Hinshelwood - M
The Brighton graduate impressed for England under-21s at the Euros and played mostly at left back. Hinshelwood will hope to nail down a regular spot in midfield this term. Hurzelr though has plenty of options with Yasin Ayari, Ferdi Kadioglu (if fit), James Milner, Diego Gomez, Wieffer and O'Riley (if he stays) all pushing Photo: Christian Bruna