The European summer transfer window closed on September 1, but talk around Brighton transfer targets has not gone away.
The Seagulls were busy during the window, yet reports suggest they remain interested in several players, both at home and abroad, who could come back into focus in the remaining days of the January window. Brighton also saw a number of notable departures, with Joao Pedro moving to Chelsea, Simon Adingra joining Sunderland, and defensive duo Pervis Estupiñán and Tariq Lamptey heading to AC Milan and Fiorentina, respectively.
Reinforcements did arrive, but some gaps remain, and with the club aiming to secure European football for the 2026/27 season, it is likely that Brighton transfer targets will resurface in the near future.
Brighton transfer targets January 2026
| Brighton transfer targets | Current club | Estimated fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Fisayo Dele-Bashiru |
Lazio |
£5m |
| Milton Delgado |
Boca Juniors |
£417.8k |
| Alfie Osborne |
Hearts |
N/A |
| Andrei Ratiu |
Rayo Vallecano |
£10m |
*Fees based on Transfermarkt's current valuations. Subject to change.
Joshua Zirkzee (Manchester United)
Joshua Zirkzee will reportedly be available to buy in the January window, and Brighton are one of several Premier League teams that are said to be interested in the Dutch forward. Zirkzee's playing time at Manchester United has been cut drastically this season, which could mean he will be available at a discounted price.
What could give the Seagulls the edge in the race for Zirkzee is the potential to include Carlos Baleba in the deal.
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (Lazio)
Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has been linked as a Brighton transfer target, with Juventus also circling. The Nigerian international has impressed in Serie A with his energy and versatility, while Arsenal and Manchester City are also monitoring him.
His current valuation is not considered prohibitive, which could make him an appealing option for a player already proven in a major European league.
Milton Delgado (Boca Juniors)
Boca Juniors midfielder Milton Delgado has also been linked with Brighton. The Argentina youth international is attracting interest from Inter Milan and Inter Miami, although Boca are pushing to secure him on a new deal.
Brighton’s scouts continue to monitor his development, but any potential move may depend on how his situation evolves in the coming months.
Alfie Osborne (Hearts)
Reports in Scotland suggest Brighton are ‘’on the trail” of Hearts teenager Alfie Osborne. Scouts have already watched him at youth international level, showing the club’s ongoing commitment to securing emerging talent.
Osborne is seen as one for the future, but Brighton could look to move early to bring him in.
Andrei Ratiu (Rayo Vallecano)
Romania international Andrei Ratiu, currently at Rayo Vallecano, is another name linked with Brighton transfer targets. The right-back has been consistent in LaLiga and has also attracted interest from Tottenham.
With his ability to cover multiple roles across defence, Ratiu could be a strong option if Brighton decide to strengthen.
