Transfer Details
- Player: Kaoru Mitoma
- Current Club: Brighton & Hove Albion
- Potential Destination: Chelsea
- Contract Situation: Two years remaining on contract
- Possible Move: Summer transfer
- Reported Value: £66m
- Focus Keyword: Kaoru Mitoma transfer Brighton Chelsea
Transfer Breakdown
Brighton may reluctantly sell Kaoru Mitoma this summer, with Chelsea among the clubs interested in signing the 27-year-old Japanese forward. Mitoma has been one of Brighton’s key players, but with just two years left on his contract, the club could look to cash in for around £66m.
Chelsea, who have been actively seeking attacking reinforcements, see Mitoma as a dynamic winger who could add pace and creativity to their squad.
Why This Move?
For Chelsea, Mitoma would provide an experienced Premier League winger who is excellent in one-on-one situations.
For Brighton, while losing Mitoma would be a blow, the £66m transfer fee could help them reinvest in new talent.
Expert Opinion
Premier League journalist David Ornstein commented on Mitoma’s potential move:
🗣️ “Brighton may not want to sell Mitoma, but with only two years left on his contract, now might be the best time to cash in.”
Former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole also weighed in:
🗣️ “Mitoma would be a fantastic signing for Chelsea. He’s got the skill and directness that this team needs.”
Fan Reactions
- @BHAFCUpdates: “We don’t want to lose Mitoma, but £66m is hard to turn down!”
- @ChelseaFCNews: “Mitoma at Chelsea? He’d be a game-changer for us!”
- @EPLTransferWatch: “Mitoma’s attacking style would suit Chelsea perfectly. Will they pay the price?”
Player Stats
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 41 | 10 | 8 |
| 2023-24 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 38 | 9 | 10 |
| 2024-25 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 10 | 2 | 3 |
Competing Wingers at Chelsea
If Kaoru Mitoma joins Chelsea, he will compete with:
| Player | Position | 2024-25 Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raheem Sterling | Left-Winger | 12 | 5 | 4 |
| Mykhailo Mudryk | Left-Winger | 11 | 3 | 3 |
| Cole Palmer | Attacking Midfield | 10 | 4 | 5 |
What’s Next for Kaoru Mitoma?
Chelsea will need to convince Brighton to sell, but if they meet the £66m valuation, Mitoma could soon be on his way to Stamford Bridge.
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