Kaoru Mitoma has instructed Brighton & Hove Albion he desires to remain on the membership amid curiosity from Bayern Munich, in accordance with stories.
The Japan ahead scored 10 objectives and racked up 4 assists – his finest ever return within the Premier League – because the Seagulls completed eighth.
Brighton rejected provides from Saudi Professional League membership Al Nassr within the January switch window and it’s thought the 28-year-old’s eye-catching performances have piqued the curiosity of a variety of Europe’s prime golf equipment, with Bayern Munich and Arsenal believed to be admirers.
Nevertheless, a number of retailers are reporting that Mitoma has expressed a want to signal a brand new contract on the Amex.
His present deal runs till 2027 however boss Fabian Hurzeler is eager to retain the winger’s companies.
“We attempt to preserve our greatest gamers,” Hurzeler instructed Sky Sports activities.
“Mitoma performed a terrific final season but it surely’s solely as a result of we as a membership labored collectively. Then you may shine as people.
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“It’s crucial that each one the gamers attempt to perceive that. Mitoma understood it final season.
“I’m actually wanting ahead to seeing him again [for pre-season]. We look ahead to proceed working with him, to attempt to enhance him as a result of I nonetheless assume his restrict will not be reached but.
“That’s our job, his job, the job of the entire membership to get the most effective potential out of the gamers and that’s what we’re searching for within the pre-season. I’m certain he will probably be an necessary a part of us.”
On Wednesday, Brighton confirmed the signing of French defender Olivier Boscagli on a five-year contract from PSV Eindhoven.