The most recent information on transfers involving Brighton & Hove Albion and other Premier League teams
Roberto De Zerbi, the head coach of Albion, declared before to the Stoke City FA Cup victory that a full-back would not be his first choice.
Still, it looks like the Seagulls are making progress in signing Valentín Barco, one of the best young football players in South America.
The £10 million deal is reportedly nearing completion and will bring more South American talent to Brighton’s roster.
Although Barco, 19, is as skilled at working anywhere down the left wing, he can play at full back, which seems to be an ideal fit for De Zerbi’s adaptable tactics.
De Zerbi is eager to get things done in January because his team has occasionally been pushed to the breaking point while competing at the top of the Premier League, FA Cup, and Europa League due to injuries and suspensions.
With injuries to Tariq Lamptey, Joel Veltman, Igor, Pervis Estupinan, and Solly March thus far this season, full-back has been a problem position. However, the outstanding Italian head coach never stops coming up with answers, and he is adamant that players like Igor (if he gets back to full fitness), James Milner, Pascal Gross, and Jack Hinshelwood can all contribute to filling in the voids in the second half of the season.
Barco, who has previously been strongly connected to Chelsea and Man City, is nevertheless viewed as a Brighton player for the near future and is expected to sign there in the coming days.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano said about football transfers: “Valentín Barco is leaving Boca Juniors.” Decision made; Brighton and Boca continue to discuss the terms of the trade.
Brighton will be prepared to trigger the release clause if an agreement is not reached between the two teams by early next week. #BHAFC, sure to finish it quickly.
