Transfer Market: After Benfica Youngster, Brighton Splashes Out for Star Centre-Back

Just hours after announcing the signings of Rodrigo Rêgo from Benfica and Pascal Struijk from Leeds, Brighton is reportedly preparing to open their coffers for one of the world's most promising talents in his position: Luka Vuskovic.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Seagulls have already reached an agreement with Tottenham for the transfer of the 19-year-old Croatian centre-back. The deal, as reported by the transfer market expert, will cost Brighton a fixed £46 million (53.6 million euros), with additional millions in bonuses. The London club will also retain a percentage of any future sale of the defender, born in 2007, who is set to face Portugal in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.

The same source indicates that a personal agreement with the player has also been reached, suggesting an official announcement is imminent. Last season, Vuskovic played for Hamburg on loan from the Spurs and established himself as one of the Bundesliga's top centre-backs, despite his young age.

Fabrizio Romano emphasizes that Tottenham is actively working to secure Sandro Tonali, which necessitates selling some of their most valuable assets.