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  1. Moran joins Los Angeles on loanpublished at 07:33 BST 22 August

    Andrew MoranImage source, Getty Images

    Brighton midfielder Andrew Moran has joined Los Angeles FC on loan until January.

    The 21-year-old, who has made three senior appearances for the Seagulls, spent last season on loan with Stoke City and made 35 appearances in the Championship.

    He also spent the previous 2023-24 season at Blackburn Rovers, where he scored twice in 19 starts.

    Technical director David Weir said: "This is an exciting opportunity for Andrew, where he will get to test himself in a new league and culture, as well as work alongside some of the big names in the game.

    "We will keep close tabs on his progress and wish him the best of luck during his time in Los Angeles."

  2. Rutter is the 'connector' in the dressing room - Hurzelerpublished at 10:54 BST 21 August

    Georginio Rutter and Fabian HurzelerImage source, Getty Images

    It has been just over a year since Georginio Rutter headed south from Leeds United to join Brighton.

    In his latest news conference, Fabian Hurzeler spoke at length about the importance of the French attacker in the dressing room in his first 12 months on the south coast.

    "Like he is as a person, [his first year] has been positive," Hurzeler said. "He is always smiling and joking, but when it is time to work he knows to switch on.

    "He is a great connector - normally [in the dressing room] you always have groups but he connects the different cultures, ages and characters. He is not only important for me on the pitch, off it as well.

    "He is a very positive person, every time you see him you need to smile! He brings a positive energy and he gives it to everyone. That is so crucial because there is pressure, but I want the players to enjoy it when they step into the building.

    "It is so important that they find the joy and Georgie brings that."

  3. Hurzeler on Enciso, O'Riley's future and what he wants from Ayaripublished at 10:32 BST 21 August

    Josh Lobley
    BBC Sport journalist

    Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium (kick-off 14:00).

    Here are the key lines from his news conference:

    • Hurzeler says Jack Hinshelwood is now available for selection after missing last weekend's opener against Fulham. Elsewhere in the squad is "quite positive".

    • On Julio Enciso's rumoured move to BlueCo, the company who own Chelsea: "There are some rumours and talks but nothing has been agreed yet."

    • Hurzeler does not think Enciso's time on the South Coast has been a failure, adding: "Some players perform better in some environments and cultures, but I wouldn't say he had a bad time if he leaves. You can see there is interest in him because he showed great things for us."

    • Matt O'Riley has also been linked with a move away from the club, but Hurzeler says he is "very confident" the Dane will stay.

    • He was asked if there is potential for any last minute incomings: "We are in talks every day. We know each other's opinion and we will see what happens. They are always opportunities in football so never say never."

    • On playing the first official match at Eveton's new stadium: "The atmosphere [at Goodison Park] was a special atmosphere so I expect the same this weekend. We are looking forward to seeing the new stadium but we are not there to be the nice club."

    • Hurzeler says he is very happy with Yasin Ayari's development, but wants to see the Swede "take more responsibility on the pitch" and "grow as a communicator".

    • "On Sunday's opponents: "Moyes' teams are always very organised and difficult to create chances [against]. You have to be awake all of the time. [Jack] Grealish is a great signing and I'm sure he will help Everton, he is an unbelievable talent."

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