Brighton & Hove Albion has sold Diego Coppola to Paris FC for a reported €18m plus €2m in performance-related bonuses. The defender had been on loan at Paris FC since January 2026, making 14 appearances.

What happened?

Diego Coppola's move to Paris FC has been made permanent, despite interest from Lazio. The 22-year-old centre-back had been linked with a return to Serie A, but he seemed content with his loan experience in France.

Why it matters for Brighton & Hove Albion

The sale of Coppola is a significant profit for Brighton & Hove Albion, who had paid €11m to buy him from Hellas Verona in the summer of 2025. The Seagulls currently sit 8th in the Premier League with 53 points, 14W-11D-13L from 38 games, and a recent form of LLWLW.

What comes next?

The transfer fee of €20m, including bonuses, will be a welcome boost for Brighton & Hove Albion, who are 32 points behind leaders Arsenal. With 52 goals scored and 46 conceded, the Seagulls will look to strengthen their squad in the upcoming transfer window. As of 09 Jul 2026, Brighton & Hove Albion will look to build on their current league standing, with the sale of Coppola providing a significant financial injection.