Paris FC working on expansion brighton and hove albion Stay of defender Diego Coppola.
The centre-back's performances for Hellas Verona convinced Brighton to take a move on him in June 2025.
However, the move did not work out as Fabian Herzler gave him only 194 minutes in five Premier League matches.
The restricted role convinced the defender to join the Ligue 1 side on loan in January. His situation in France improved as he played 1,170 minutes in 13 league matches.
His performances have convinced the French club to make an attempt to extend his stay.
brighton man's salary issue
Team There is a report on players joining Paris FC on loan in the winter market.
The focus is on Diego Coppola, Wolverhampton Wanderers' Martial Munetsi and Burnley striker Luka Kolesco.
Paris FC intend to retain this trio, but the financial aspects of the latter two complicate the deal. They are optimistic about extending the player's stay at Brighton & Hove Albion and are working on it.
The team was: 'Coppola may eventually extend his stay as he forms a strong partnership with Mustapha Mabou.'
The newspaper claims the Seagulls' failure to qualify for European competition could help. Brighton, who finished eighth, have secured a place in the UEFA Conference League playoffs and this is something that has not gone unnoticed by L'Equipe.
Either way, the Italy international's 'English salary' is not an easy negotiation. In short, Paris FC will not be able to cover his current wages.
The French club will have to agree new terms with both Fabian Herzeler's side and the player in order to extend his stay.
On Monday, Sports Witness Covered claims from Italy Lazio are considering Coppola, who is available on loan with a €12m purchase option. The Serie A team could challenge Paris FC this summer.
Contract, price and agent information
Diego Coppola has a contract at Brighton & Hove Albion until 2030 transfer market He is now worth €18 million.
The British agency CAA represents the base guard and it is up to him to decide his future.
