Manager speaks out on future of Premier League defender Chelsea are targeting
Manager speaks out on future of Premier League defender Chelsea are targeting Chelsea are interested in signing Brighton centre back Jan Paul van Hecke, and Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler has spoke out. The defender has a contract that runs out in 2027 and at the moment, there are no signs of a renewal being close or happening. But that doesn’t mean that Hurzeler has given up on keeping the player and says he aims to have talks with him about staying on.
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ON THE APP STORE With Chelsea interest, as well as other clubs I am sure, Brighton will now be fearing trying to keep hold of their top centre back. I’ve personally had info from our sources saying that Chelsea have van Hecke on the summer centre back shortlist, so he’s certainly one to watch for The Blues. Hurzeler on van Hecke Fabian Hurzeler on the touchline for Brighton.
“I love Jan Paul,” Hürzeler said in a press conference. “I love his attitude, how he works for the team, I love his mentality of winning. He has a big impact on his teammates; therefore I would love to continue working with him, because we have a really good relationship.
“I also like some perspective from the players regarding their future,” Hürzeler added. “We will sit together, try to make a decision that is best for the club, that is best for the player. Jan Paul knows what he has with Brighton.