Al Nassr was disappointed as English Premier League side Brighton turned down a significant offer from them for their Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma. The bid was believed to be worth €65m (£54.42m) but sources with an understanding of the situation say Brighton has no need to sell and dismissed the offer.
Brighton Turned Down Al Nassr Bid for Mitoma
However, it is anticipated Al-Nassr will return with a higher bid. While Brighton is confident in their position and believe Mitoma has no desire to leave, the sums involved are bound to at least be considered seriously by the 27-year-old.
Mitoma signed a contract extension in October 2023 that runs to June 2027. He is one of the most popular players in Brighton’s squad and club officials are acutely aware of the commercial impact he generates in Japan given they toured the country before the start of the current campaign.
The Japan international has made 92 appearances and scored 18 goals in all competitions and is the only Brighton player to have featured in all 23 Premier League games this season. Al-Nassr is also close to completing the signing of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran for a reported £65m.
