Brighton complete the signing of Croatia defender Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham in a deal described by multiple outlets as a club record. The reported transfer fee is £46 million, with some reporting it could rise through add-ons. Vuskovic, 19, signs a five-year contract with the option of an additional 12 months, according to several reports.
The move follows Vuskovic’s time at Tottenham, where he did not make a first-team appearance, as noted by one source. Last season, he spends time on loan at Hamburg, where his performances are highlighted by outlets covering the transfer.
Brighton are also reported to be looking for a replacement for Jan Paul van Hecke, after Tottenham’s reported £52 million purchase of van Hecke earlier this summer. One report also links Vuskovic’s competitive background to his involvement with Croatia at the World Cup, including a start in a group-stage match. Overall, the transfer is presented as a significant investment by Brighton to add a young central defender to their squad.
