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  7. 'We can make a realistic push for silverware'

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    We asked for your views on Brighton's "constant cycle of transition".

    Here are some of your comments:

    Kevin: The problem Fabian Hurzeler has is the excellent start last season, so naturally people will compare the two. Our fixtures this season have been much harder and we have failed to convert chances at crucial moments against Fulham, Everton and Bournemouth. We'll still be pushing for Europe come May.

    Miles: As long as the cycle is not too quick it should be a strength. This summer, I can only think of two first-team regulars who left, with others being squad players. To be able to compete with clubs with much greater financial resources you have to do things differently, and as long as the talent identification continues to deliver quality players I think we will continue to overachieve. If the club is to achieve progression to being European regulars, the churn needs to be limited to this year's level and greater emphasis given to the balance of the squad.

    Max: The model of constant selling and rebuilding has proved sound overall' but I believe this should now be slowed down to allow the new signings to gel sufficiently. Then we can make a realistic push for silverware. Worst-case scenario if we keep selling is the wheels fall off and we end up like Southampton.

    Jeff: I've been following the Albion for well over 50 years and that makes the recent ride all the more amazing. But I do think it is still realistic for fans to hope for continued progress. Particular area of concern for some time has been with central forwards. Danny Welbeck has achieved more than expected and covered over a few cracks. Albion have failed to progress Evan Ferguson and Aaron Connelly as much as hoped. Not too many years ago we persisted with Neal Maupay, who was clearly out of his depth. And Joao Pedro seems to be a better player with Chelsea. A common trait in recent years has been insufficient goals to turn lots of draws into more wins. And not sure getting rid of the maverick-sub type of players will help with that!

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  16. 🎧 Analysing Brighton's backroom changes

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    A new episode of BBC Radio Sussex's Albion Unlimited podcast is now available on BBC Sounds.

    The team discuss the changes to the Seagulls' technical structure and look ahead to Tottenham's trip to the Amex on Saturday - plus hear from Joel Veltman after the defeat by Bournemouth.

    Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds

    Listen to every Brighton game live on BBC Radio Sussex, with all the build-up and full commentary with Johnny Cantor and Warren Aspinall, and there is a full preview of all Seagulls' matches on Fridays at 18:00 in The Weekend Warm-up

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  21. 'Expectation v reality is a hard thing to balance'

    Joe Sayers
    Fan writer

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    Expectation versus reality is a hard thing to balance, especially given the meteoric growth of Brighton ever since our promotion to the Premier League in 2017.

    Though the rise has been relatively quick in the grand scheme of things, our wage figures show that we are continuing to grow smartly and sustainably.

    We have had a taste of Europe now, and the noise from above says the club's aim is to continue to shake up the top half of the Premier League, even with only the 15th-highest wage bill in the whole league - ahead of only two of the promoted three, Brentford, Bournemouth and Wolves.

    Yes, we have spent a bucketload of money over the past few summer transfer windows - so naturally the expectation is for these signings to make an immediate impact and continue to propel the club forwards.

    But the reality is we have had to replace some hugely influential figures and there will always be some short-term suffering as you wait for the new parts to get up to speed.

    The worry is that we will constantly be in a cycle of transition as we pay the price for our consistent knack of replacing what we had before with sometimes even better prospects. The hope is that said cycle is not a weakness, but a great strength - a cycle that allows us to continue to push the limits while we continue to build strong foundations.

    When you look at the numbers, last season's eighth-place finish was again punching above our financial weight, and while Fabian Hurzeler continues to mould his side to challenge the establishment on the pitch, the club will keep reinforcing that message off it.

    Find more from Joe Sayers at Albion Obsessed

    How are you feeling about things at Brighton? Are you worried about a "constant cycle of transition" or hopeful that cycle "is a great strength"?

    Get in touch with your views here

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  24. Brighton confirm Ayto as new sporting director

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    Brighton have confirmed that Jason Ayto has joined the club as sporting director.

    The appointment follows the departure of David Weir as technical director last week after seven years with the Seagulls.

    Ayto left Arsenal at the end of last season after holding several technical roles, including assistant sporting director to Edu, during more than a decade with the Gunners.

    He was promoted to the role of interim sporting director at Arsenal last November following Edu's departure, having previously working in a senior role in academy recruitment at Norwich City.

    "I'm honoured to be appointed sporting director at Brighton & Hove Albion and I'm very grateful to Tony Bloom, Paul Barber and the board for this opportunity," he said.

    "This is a special club, admired across the footballing world for its culture, ambition and smart thinking, all of which has underpinned some remarkable progress in recent years.

    "To be joining at a time when there is such a strong desire to build on those excellent foundations, innovate further, and bring success is incredibly exciting."

    Deputy chairman and chief executive Paul Barber added: "We are all very much looking forward to working with one of the most talented young sporting directors in the country."

    Meanwhile, Brighton assistant technical director Mike Cave has been promoted to the role of technical director.