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Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler discusses new signings ahead of Leeds United match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 10:25 AM

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler discusses new signings ahead of Leeds United match

Summary

Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler addressed the media on Friday regarding the team's preparations for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Leeds United at Amex Stadium. Deadline-day arrivals Chema Andres and Femi Azeez remain under evaluation for the upcoming match. Hurzeler confirmed that Andres, an arrival from Stuttgart, is an option for selection, while Azeez continues recovery from injury. Addressing media comparisons between Andres and Rodri, the manager noted that the 21-year-old midfielder possesses potential but has a long development path ahead., Hurzeler dismissed concerns regarding the commitment of Yankuba Minteh following rejected transfer offers from Liverpool. He stated that Minteh remains focused on Brighton and suggested the player may earn future transfer opportunities through strong performances with the team this season.

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Status Watch

•Brighton hosts Leeds United at Amex Stadium on Saturday at 15:00 BST.
•Chema Andres is an available option for the matchday squad.
•Femi Azeez remains sidelined while recovering from injury.
•Fabian Hurzeler confirmed Yankuba Minteh is committed to Brighton.

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10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Hurzeler on 'Baby Rodri', Minteh and transfer dreams

What they're saying

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Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Leeds United at Amex Stadium (kick-off 15:00 BST). Deadline-day signings Chema Andres, a £15.5m arrival from Stuttgart, and Femi Azeez, who joined from Millwall in a deal worth up to £15m, are both "great characters".
— Yahoo Sports

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