Brighton have gained a reputation for discovering talented young players unexpectedly. However, their latest transfer rumor seems particularly unusual for the Seagulls.
Reports from Colombia and Mexico suggest that Brighton are still keen on signing Cruz Azul goalkeeper Kevin Mier, with a potential price tag of just €8m. Tottenham have also been linked with the 24-year-old Colombian.
Although Brighton were previously linked to Mier in January, it was unclear whether this was mere speculation or a genuine transfer rumor. Many Brighton fans, myself included, doubted its authenticity due to the number of goalkeepers already contracted at the Amex.
During January, Brighton were still rotating their starting goalkeepers, with Jason Steele and Bart Verbruggen typically only playing a few matches in a row before being replaced.
Steele has been rumored to be moving to Southampton. However, even if he does depart, Brighton still possess more young, high-quality goalkeepers than most Premier League teams.
Verbruggen, who is only 21 years old, emerged as a breakout star during Euro 2024. He has the potential to be Brighton’s number one for another seven or eight years before reaching his prime.
Additionally, 23-year-old Carl Rushworth, who spent last season on loan at Swansea, is considered a Premier League-caliber goalkeeper and is on Ipswich Town’s transfer shortlist. Meanwhile, 24-year-old Tom McGill featured for Brighton’s first team throughout last season and has recently made his debut for the Canadian senior national team. Furthermore, 20-year-old James Beadle is currently on loan at Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship and could easily become another promising prospect for Brighton.
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