Brighton Agree €20m Deal to Sign Maxim De Cuyper from Club Brugge

Brighton & Hove Albion are set to welcome Belgian left-back Maxim De Cuyper after reaching a €20 million agreement with Club Brugge. The player is expected to have a medical and sign his contract within 24 hours.

A previous report confirmed that this agreement was reached on July 2, 2025.

BRIGHTON SECURE DE CUYPER FOR DEFENCE

The Premier League club has finalized a deal with Club Brugge, locking in a fixed €20 million fee, plus additional bonuses, for the 23-year-old defender. De Cuyper will soon complete his medical checks and sign as Brighton’s newest left-back. This move comes as head coach Fabian Hürzeler looks to strengthen his squad for the new season with another key addition to the backline.

A previous report confirmed that this agreement was reached on July 2, 2025.

DE CUYPER’S RISE AND TEAM CONTEXT

De Cuyper enjoyed a standout season with Club Brugge, contributing both defensively and in attack. He registered six goals and five assists in the Belgian Pro League last campaign while helping Brugge secure a third-place finish and Champions League qualification. Brighton, meanwhile, finished 11th in the Premier League in the 2024-25 season, missing out on European football by six points. The Seagulls struggled defensively, conceding 59 goals, and urgently needed reinforcements down the left side.

Brighton finished 11th in the Premier League in the 2024/25 season, missing out on European football by six points according to a previous report.

WHAT’S AHEAD FOR BRIGHTON AND DE CUYPER

De Cuyper is expected to compete for the starting left-back spot straight away. Brighton’s first Premier League fixture will be against Fulham, who finished middle of the table last season. A strong start is crucial for Brighton, who aim to break into the Premier League’s top ten this year. For De Cuyper, this move marks his first experience outside Belgium, and both club and fans hope his energy and technical ability will provide a boost.

A previous report highlighted the importance of a strong start for Brighton in the upcoming season.