Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has emerged as the standout candidate to take over at Manchester United should the club decide to sack Michael Carrick. While United are currently standing by Carrick, the Brighton boss leads a shortlist of potential successors.
Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Brighton's centre-back Luka Vuskovic as they consider yet another ambitious raid on the south coast club. However, the Blues face fierce competition from European heavyweights Bayern Munich and Barcelona for the nineteen-year-old defender's coveted signature.
Brighton & Hove Albion chief executive Paul Barber has declared that the club remains unfazed by the prospect of losing their top talent or coaching staff to European giants. The Seagulls have established themselves as one of the most efficiently run organisations in world football, consistently replacing key figures without losing their competitive edge.
Brighton’s latest sensation Chema Andres has wasted no time in making his mark on the Premier League, but the 21-year-old midfielder already has one eye on a potential return to his former home. After a blistering start to life at the Amex Stadium, Andres - already being dubbed the 'new Rodri' - has openly admitted that he harbours ambitions of wearing the famous white shirt of Real Madrid once again.
Brighton midfielder Chema Andres has enjoyed a blistering start to life on the south coast following his summer arrival from the Bundesliga. The Spanish youngster scored his first goal for the Seagulls during an emphatic 3-0 victory against Arsenal, admitting that he cannot resist constantly rewatching footage sent over by his family and friends.
Fabian Hurzeler has lifted the lid on the 'old school' tactical blueprint that allowed Brighton to dismantle Premier League champions Arsenal in a stunning 3-0 victory. The Seagulls boss watched his side dominate the previously unbeaten Gunners through goals from Pascal Gross, Charalampos Kostoulas, and Chema Andres.
Yasin Ayari boasts the potential to follow in Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro and Carlos Baleba’s footsteps by becoming the next big-money sale at Brighton, Bobby Zamora has told GOAL, with the Swedish midfielder considered to be an “incredible” talent. While agreeing a new contract with the 22-year-old remains a top priority for now, interest is expected to be shown in upcoming transfer windows.
Arsenal midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has delivered a stinging assessment of his side's heavy defeat at Brighton, claiming the performance was not worthy of their status as the reigning champions. The Gunners saw their perfect start to the Premier League campaign go up in smoke at the Amex Stadium as Mikel Arteta’s men were comfortably beaten 3-0 by the Seagulls.
Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has heaped praise on veteran midfielder Pascal Gross, comparing the German maestro to a "fine wine" that only improves with age. The 35-year-old was the architect of a dominant performance as the Seagulls dismantled Arsenal in a statement Premier League victory.
Pascal Gross has confirmed his retirement from international football with Germany, choosing to bow out on a high note following a Man of the Match performance against Arsenal. The 35-year-old midfielder revealed his decision shortly after helping Brighton & Hove Albion dismantle the defending Premier League champions at the Amex Stadium.
Arsenal saw their flawless start to the Premier League season come to a crashing halt on Saturday afternoon as Brighton ran riot at the Amex Stadium. While the result was damaging enough for Mikel Arteta’s side, the afternoon could have ended even more sourly had Declan Rice been dismissed for a late moment of madness.
Mikel Arteta did not hold back in his assessment of Arsenal's 3-0 defeat to Brighton, accusing his players of failing to respect fundamental footballing principles. The Gunners arrived on the south coast boasting a flawless record this term, but uncharacteristic defensive mistakes saw the reigning Premier League champions comprehensively beaten.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has thrown his support behind young defenders Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven following their Carabao Cup exit. The Red Devils threw away a two-goal lead in a dismal 3-2 defeat to Brighton, prompting heavy criticism of the inexperienced centre-back pairing. Despite the setback, Carrick insists both players remain crucial to his long-term plans at Old Trafford.
Fabian Hurzeler has hailed his Brighton side as 'horrible to play against' after they produced a clinical performance to dismantle Arsenal at the Amex Stadium. The Seagulls boss watched on with pride as his players ended the Gunners' unbeaten start to the season with a commanding 3-0 victory on the south coast.
Mikel Arteta offered no excuses after Arsenal's perfect start to the Premier League season came to a crashing halt at the hands of a clinical Brighton side. The Gunners boss watched his defending champions crumble in a 3-0 defeat, marking a stark departure from the form that had seen them win nine consecutive league matches.
Arsenal’s flawless start to the new Premier League campaign has come to an abrupt and surprising end. The defending champions were comprehensively beaten by a relentless Brighton & Hove Albion side today, exposing uncharacteristic defensive vulnerabilities and leaving manager Mikel Arteta with significant issues to address ahead of the international break.
Yankuba Minteh missed out on a move to Liverpool during the summer window, but Bobby Zamora has admitted to GOAL that a big-money transfer could still happen if the “number” is “right”. The Seagulls, who are famed for buying low and selling high, have already snubbed two offers for the “direct” right winger - but he is considered to “suit” the needs at Anfield.
Roy Keane has delivered a blunt message to Manchester United sensation JJ Gabriel, urging the youngster to show patience after he sensationally requested to leave Old Trafford. The 15-year-old, widely regarded as one of the finest prospects in world football, has seen his future plunged into uncertainty following a formal request to cancel his registration with immediate effect.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has come out fighting following a nightmarish evening at Old Trafford, insisting that the mounting pressure regarding his job security does not affect him. The Red Devils suffered a historic collapse against Brighton, throwing away a two-goal lead to lose at home for the first time in 50 years under such circumstances.
Manchester United suffered a disastrous Carabao Cup exit after throwing away a two-goal lead to lose against Brighton at Old Trafford. Michael Carrick is now facing immense pressure to save his job as the Red Devils' miserable start to the season continues following this historic collapse.
Frank Lampard has called for realism after Coventry City slumped to an emphatic 5-0 home defeat against Brighton. The crushing result saw the newly promoted side match an unwanted top-flight record by losing their opening four league fixtures without scoring, leaving the Sky Blues rooted to the bottom of the table and still searching for their first points.