brighton and hove albion Have locked up Venezia's Michael Svoboda and are working on getting him to Amex.
On Thursday, we broadcast news The Seagulls informed the Italian club of plans to activate his €5m clause, which is valid from July. They are also in talks with the defender to find a deal.
Earlier today, Sports Witness Covers multiple claims Brighton are moving to agree personal terms with the 27-year-old. If an agreement is reached, he is expected to undergo a medical test after the World Cup.
The English club could face threat from both Borussia Monchengladbach and Hamburg SV.
Bundesliga competition for Brighton
world voice Share your opinion on Brighton & Hove Albion's ongoing efforts to sign the centre-back now in Austria.
Fabian Herzeler is leading the serious search for a Premier League team. Discussions are already going on and they may take a final decision soon.
Borussia Monchengladbach and Hamburg SV are also in the mix, and both have followed Michael Svoboda for some time.
The Bundesliga side are keen and could enter the race to sign the Austria international. It will probably depend on the club that puts the best offer on the table and also convinces the player.
Therefore, the Seagulls will have to hurry up and reach an agreement with all parties and then activate their €5m clause in July.
World Voice says: 'In the current situation, the question is quite important whether Svoboda will make a move to the Premier League. Relocation will not only bring new challenges but also provide potential opportunities for further career development.'
Hamburg's stance is encouraging for Brighton
Hamburger MorgenpostGerman club's local newspaper rejects Austrian claim about Hamburg.
Although they are keen on the Venezia player, Hamburg is not in a position to compete with Brighton financially. Furthermore, the Bundesliga side 'have not yet definitively identified Svoboda' as Luka Vuckovic's successor.
Svoboda's contract expires in 2029, and transfer market He is valued at €3.5m.
