Paris FC agrees €20m deal to secure Diego Coppola from Brighton

Paris FC has reached an agreement with Brighton and Hove Albion to sign defender Diego Coppola for €20 million, including bonuses. Coppola, who is 22 years old, spent the latter part of the last season on loan at Paris FC, making 14 appearances. The club's new head coach, Liam Rosenior, has prioritized retaining Coppola as he transitions into his role. Following negotiations spurred by Coppola's interest in staying in Paris, the transfer is set to finalize with a five-year contract for the player.

• 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Paris FC strike €20m agreement to sign Brighton’s Diego Coppola