Brighton Signs Rutter for Record £40m Fee

Brighton has signed French forward Georginio Rutter from Leeds United for a club-record fee of £40 million. Rutter, who joins on a five-year deal, showed his potential last season in the Championship, contributing eight goals and 16 assists despite Leeds' relegation from the Premier League. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler and technical director David Weir have high expectations for Rutter, with Hurzeler noting his ability to excite fans and technical prowess. Leeds fans expressed concerns over losing key players like Rutter, fearing it could impact their promotion ambitions. Despite Rutter's mixed goal-scoring record, his dribbling and creative skills are seen as a significant asset for Brighton's squad.