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  4. 'The summer's work has laid a strong foundation'

    Karan Vinod
    BBC Sport journalist

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    Brighton's 2025–26 summer transfer window was relatively quiet compared to last year. The Seagulls brought in six new arrivals, compared with more than 10 the previous summer.

    The understanding within the club is that the primary objective this year was to trim the squad, focusing on outgoings rather than incomings. The club also aimed to complete much of the business early, allowing them to avoid the usual deadline-day scramble. The window is viewed as a success, with objectives achieved and no major issues reported.

    The trimming of the squad has resulted in an exodus with the likes of Joao Pedro, Simon Adingra, Julio Enciso, Pervis Estupinan and others either being sold or leaving on loan.

    Another clear indication from the club was that key players were firmly off-limits. The likes of Kaoru Mitoma, Carlos Baleba and Jan Paul Van Hecke were considered essential to retain. BBC Sport understands that no serious bids were received for any of them, including Baleba, despite the links to Manchester United, and the club made it clear to potential suitors that they were not for sale.

    Among Brighton's new recruits, 18-year-old Greek forward Charalampos Kostoulas was the most significant outlay of the summer, costing the club £29.8m. Kostoulas' signing reflected the club's blended approach to recruitment. Sources told BBC Sport that the deal combined data-driven analysis with traditional scouting, with internal recommendations and scouting reports both influencing the decision.

    Another Greek forward, Stefanos Tzimas, joined the Seagulls this summer after his loan concluded with German club FC Nurnberg. However, both Kostoulas and Tzimas have to be carefully managed following injury setbacks. The club is prioritising gradual integration rather than rushing them into first-team action, with both expected to feature in squads in the coming weeks. The club's stance is that there are no plans for either player to go out on loan, and they will likely feature heavily for the under 21s.

    Overall, the Seagulls' summer shows a club committed to strategic planning and stability. With core players secured and the squad balanced, Brighton are now focused on the season ahead, confident that the summer's work has laid a strong foundation.

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  6. Brighton sign Japan midfielder Tsunoda

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    Brighton have signed Japan midfielder Fuka Tsunoda on transfer deadline day.

    The 20-year-old midfielder has joined from WE League club Urawa Reds, who she made her debut for in 2021.

    Tsunoda, who has represented Japan at Under-16, Under-19 and Under-20 level, is the sixth permanent signing at Brighton this summer.

    Head coach Dario Vidosic said: "We're delighted to bring Fuka to the club.

    "She has got good experience in a competitive league in Japan and has been playing regularly for Urawa this season.

    "She will improve our midfield options and we're looking forward to working with her."

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  13. Brighton hoping to sign Japan midfielder Tsunoda

    Emma Sanders
    BBC Sport women’s football news reporter

    Brighton are hoping to sign Japan midfielder Fuka Tsunoda before Thursday's transfer deadline in the Women's Super League.

    The 20-year-old plays as a midfielder for WE League club Urawa Reds, who she made her debut for in 2021.

    She would be the sixth permanent signing at Brighton this summer if they complete the move.

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  15. 'Hurzeler seems happy' - an 8/10 window

    Joe Sayers
    Fan writer

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    A busy transfer window for the Albion has finally come to a close, and perhaps the most important pieces of business have been retaining the main cogs of our well-oiled machine.

    The high-profile departure of Joao Pedro was certainly difficult to take, especially given his upturn in form since joining Chelsea. However, with a bit of patience and time for our new arrivals to settle, his absence may not prove to be as obvious as feared.

    One of the biggest stories throughout our window was Manchester United's pursuit of our midfield anchor, Carlos Baleba. Fabian Hurzeler's constant reassurance to the fans was certainly refreshing, and now that the window has shut, there is a sense of relief knowing he will be with us this year.

    There were also a few concerns around Kaoru Mitoma's future, with fear that 2024-25 could have been his last with us. His dream of playing Champions League football is known by the club, yet once again he has shown professionalism and loyalty, staying committed to the club that brought him to the Premier League.

    Of course, everyone wants to see their squad strengthened further wherever possible but, overall, we can be satisfied with how this window gone. The focus on bringing signings in early to allow them to bed into the squad was clear, and although we have only seen glimpses of our new recruits, those signs have certainly been encouraging.

    Hurzeler seems happy with the options at his disposal, and the board clearly feels the squad is in the best possible shape.

    With key players retained and promising additions waiting to make their mark, I would confidently rate this transfer window a solid 8/10.

    Find more from Joe Sayers at Albion Obsessed

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