Brighton and Hove Albion have persistently pursued the acquisition of Nico Gonzalez, despite previous unsuccessful attempts, and are reportedly poised to renew their efforts to secure the services of the Fiorentina forward.
The club’s interest in the Argentine international dates back several years, originating from his tenure at VfB Stuttgart before his transfer to Florence in the summer of 2021 for a fee of €24.5 million, augmented by additional incentives.
Subsequent endeavors by Brighton and Hove Albion to secure Gonzalez’s transfer last summer were thwarted when the player opted to extend his tenure with Fiorentina, committing until June 2028.
Nevertheless, according to reports from Tuttosport, Brighton and Hove Albion, colloquially known as the Seagulls, remain undeterred in their pursuit and are poised to make another bid for Gonzalez’s services at the conclusion of the current season, particularly if Fiorentina fails to secure qualification for European competitions.
Celebrating his 26th birthday today, Gonzalez has encountered challenges with injuries throughout the current campaign, notwithstanding his commendable performance, tallying 10 goals and four assists across 31 competitive appearances.
Should Fiorentina decide to part ways with Gonzalez, it is anticipated that his valuation would hover around €50 million, potentially establishing a new transfer record for Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton and Hove Albion.
Nico Gonzalez is primarily deployed as a right-sided winger, although he possesses versatility to operate on the left flank or fulfill the role of a conventional striker.
Regrettably, he was compelled to withdraw from contention for Argentina’s 2022 World Cup squad due to injury concerns.