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Brighton Considering Loan Options for Facundo Buonanotte

Brighton and Hove Albion are weighing up loan options for attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte this summer, with several clubs in England and abroad monitoring his availability. According to the Daily Mail, “Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund have both enquired to take the Argentine on loan but Brighton want him to continue his development in the Premier League.”

The 20-year-old enjoyed an encouraging spell at Leicester City last season, scoring six goals in 35 appearances. His performances in the Championship have underlined his potential, but Brighton are determined that his next move keeps him in an environment where the physical and tactical demands align with the Premier League.

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Premier League Interest Growing

West Ham, Leeds United and Nottingham Forest are all showing concrete interest in taking Buonanotte on loan. Tottenham Hotspur are also tracking the player, though they are currently assessing their budget and weighing other attacking targets including Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, Manchester City’s Savinho and Como’s Nico Paz.

Brighton’s preference for a domestic loan is designed to maintain Buonanotte’s adaptation to English football. Having signed for the Seagulls in January 2023, the Argentine has already clocked up 50 appearances and earned two senior caps for his country.

Development Path a Priority

At just 20, Buonanotte remains a long-term project for Brighton. The club’s recruitment strategy has been built on acquiring young talents, developing them within competitive environments and giving them a platform to progress. A loan to a Premier League side would provide him with the experience needed to sharpen his decision-making, physical resilience and attacking influence.

Leverkusen and Dortmund’s interest is flattering, but Brighton appear focused on ensuring Buonanotte remains under the scrutiny of English football’s top-flight coaches. Such a decision could also speed up his readiness to compete for a regular starting role at the Amex Stadium in future seasons.

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Other Midfield Developments at Brighton

Elsewhere in the Brighton midfield, Juventus are keeping tabs on Matt O’Riley should Douglas Luiz depart the Turin club amid interest from Nottingham Forest. Talks have yet to progress, but the Italian giants see O’Riley as a potential replacement.

Meanwhile, Brighton are still to receive any formal approach from Manchester United for Carlos Baleba. Valued at more than £100 million, the midfielder is a prized asset, and any interest would need to meet the club’s high valuation.

Strategic Summer Planning

Brighton’s handling of Buonanotte reflects a broader transfer approach rooted in long-term squad building. They are prepared to make short-term sacrifices in squad depth if it accelerates a young player’s growth, while maintaining strict conditions over where and how that development occurs.

With the transfer window moving into its decisive weeks, the Seagulls will weigh the merits of each proposal carefully, ensuring Buonanotte’s next step aligns with both his personal development and the club’s strategic ambitions.

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Brighton’s stance on Buonanotte makes complete sense. While the temptation might be to cash in on overseas interest or secure a high-profile move to a club like Borussia Dortmund or Bayer Leverkusen, the reality is that the Premier League is a unique environment. Learning the pace, intensity and physicality of the league at a younger age could make all the difference in turning Buonanotte from a promising talent into a first-team regular.

The links with West Ham, Leeds and Nottingham Forest suggest there are competitive opportunities available for him without leaving the country. Any of these clubs could offer the right mix of minutes and challenge, while also allowing Brighton to track his progress closely.

Supporters will also be reassured that the club is not under pressure to sell. The situations involving Matt O’Riley and Carlos Baleba show Brighton are in control of their assets and willing to hold firm unless their valuations are met.

For many fans, the ideal outcome is clear; see Buonanotte thrive in the Premier League this season, return sharper, more confident, and ready to make an impact for Brighton in the long term.