Tag: Fabian Hurzeler

Brighton Agree Pascal Gross Return from Dortmund with Medical Next

Pascal Gross
January 2026

Brighton have agreed a deal to re-sign Pascal Gross from Borussia Dortmund, with the midfielder set for a medical and a surprise Premier League return roughly a year after leaving. The move is described as close to completion. Brighton and Dortmund have reached agreement for a permanent transfer, with reports suggesting a low fee plus add-ons. Hurzeler had signaled Brighton would assess January opportunities, and the club now looks set to strengthen midfield depth with a familiar profile.

Man Utd still circling Brighton’s Baleba for 2026 midfield rebuild

Carlos Baleba
December 2025

United remain interested in Brighton midfielder Baleba after balking at a £100m valuation last summer and have continued internal discussions about a future bid as they look for long-term midfield reinforcements despite already spending about £230m on transfers earlier this season. Coach Hurzeler has admitted that talk of a “big, big offer” from United affected the 21-year-old emotionally, while Baleba says he put extra pressure on himself but is working every day to rediscover last season’s level, insisting his focus stays on Brighton despite persistent links.

United target Baleba sets sights on AFCON glory and midfield supremacy

Carlos Baleba
December 2025

Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba says he wants to become the best midfielder in the world while helping Cameroon at AFCON, after emerging as an elite Premier League performer and attracting strong but ultimately unsuccessful interest from Manchester United in the last summer window. Signed to replace Moises Caicedo, Baleba impressed across his first two seasons before form dipped amid heavy transfer speculation, with Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler stressing the emotional impact of United’s interest and urging the 21-year-old to stay grounded, develop in Sussex and build step by step.

Welbeck tipped for shock United return to guide struggling Sesko after knee scare

Danny Welbeck (Brighton)
November 2025

Danny Welbeck (Brighton) has been linked with a surprise return to Manchester United, with observers suggesting the in-form 34-year-old could mentor Benjamin Sesko (Manchester United) and bolster a misfiring attack as the young Slovenian battles poor form and a worrying new knee problem. Revitalised under Fabian Hurzeler (Brighton), Welbeck has hit six league goals in 11 games, prompting rumours of a comeback to Old Trafford. Sesko’s latest setback came after a lively cameo against Tottenham, cut short by a knee issue that left Ruben Amorim (Manchester United) concerned and increased pressure to sign a striker.

Brighton Boss Burns Tactics After 7-0 Loss, Sparks Stunning Turnaround

Fabian Hürzeler, Brighton & Hove Albion
March 2025

After a humiliating 7-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, Brighton head coach Fabian Hürzeler burned his tactical notes in front of his players to symbolize a fresh start.
The bold gesture ignited a stunning turnaround, with Brighton going on a seven-game unbeaten run, including wins over Chelsea, Bournemouth, and Newcastle. The act has been credited with resetting the team’s mindset.

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