Kaoru Mitoma has instructed Brighton & Hove Albion he needs to remain on the membership amid curiosity from Bayern Munich, based on stories.
The Japan ahead scored 10 targets and racked up 4 assists – his greatest ever return within the Premier League – because the Seagulls completed eighth.
Brighton rejected gives 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 various Europe’s high golf equipment, with Bayern Munich and Arsenal believed to be admirers.
Nevertheless, a number of shops 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 hold our greatest gamers,” Hurzeler instructed Sky Sports activities.
“Mitoma performed an important final season but it surely’s solely as a result of we as a membership labored collectively. Then you’ll be able to shine as people.
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“It’s a very powerful 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 suppose his restrict just isn’t reached but.
“That’s our job, his job, the job of the entire membership to get the perfect potential out of the gamers and that’s what we’re on the lookout for within the pre-season. I’m certain he can 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.
