Brighton & Hove Albion have signed Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Eleanor Heeps on a permanent transfer. The 22-year-old joins the Seagulls after spending four years with Spurs, where she provided goalkeeping competition and appeared in the first team on four occasions.

What does this signing mean for Brighton & Hove Albion?

Heeps' addition to the squad will likely push for regular minutes, given her huge potential and experience at different levels.

Background on Eleanor Heeps

Heeps has represented England at various youth levels and enjoyed time out on loan at Blackburn Rovers, Coventry United, and Sheffield United.

Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Dario Vidošić said, “I am pleased to welcome Eleanor to the club and look forward to seeing her add good competition to our goalkeeping team.”

Current context for the Seagulls

As of July 1, 2026, Brighton & Hove Albion sit 8th in the Premier League with 53 points from 38 games, having scored 52 goals and conceded 46, resulting in a +6 goal difference. They are 32 points behind leaders Arsenal.

CategoryValue
League Standing8th
Points53
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