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Enciso in Talks Over Brighton Exit

Brighton’s summer narrative has taken another twist, as head coach Fabian Hurzeler confirmed that Julio Enciso is in discussions over a possible departure. The Paraguayan forward, once heralded as a long-term piece of Brighton’s project, could now be set to continue his career elsewhere.

Blue Co., the ownership group behind Chelsea, are understood to be finalising a deal for Enciso. The plan would see the 21-year-old initially join Ligue 1 side Strasbourg, a club also under their umbrella, before any potential move to Stamford Bridge is considered. Reports suggest a fee of around £17 million is on the table.

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Hurzeler’s Perspective on Enciso

“There are some rumours, there are some talks, but nothing is done yet so we can’t comment on that,” said Hurzeler during his Thursday press conference.

His words carried a balance of pragmatism and perspective. Enciso’s time on the south coast has been punctuated by moments of promise, but also adaptation struggles. Hurzeler acknowledged this reality with a measured tone:

“I wouldn’t say it didn’t work. Some players perform better in some environments. Some players struggle with some cultural things. But overall I wouldn’t say it was a bad time if he were to leave.”

Potential Untapped

Enciso’s spell at Brighton never quite crystallised into the consistent impact many expected. Yet Hurzeler was keen to emphasise that the forward’s reputation remains intact across Europe.

“He is still a very young player with big potential. If big clubs are interested in him, I would say he didn’t play well or have a good time here in Brighton. You can see there is a big interest in him because he has big potential, because he showed great stuff for us.”

What Brighton Lose If He Leaves

For Brighton, losing Enciso would not be a failure so much as a reminder of the club’s role in the modern football ecosystem: identifying talent, offering a platform, and then seeing players move on. Hurzeler summed it up with quiet acceptance:

“Overall there are some things that for sure could be better regarding the environment, regarding the culture things. But I think it wasn’t a bad period so far.”

Enciso’s next step looks likely to lie in France, but the echoes of his potential will linger at Brighton. For a club built on progression, his story may become just another chapter in a pattern that has made them one of English football’s most intriguing sides.