Brighton are keen on Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville

Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville has been linked with a move away from the club during the summer transfer window.

The 22-year-old Dutch striker was in outstanding form last season and was named the league’s player of the season after scoring 21 goals and providing 10 assists.

He is expected to join a Premier League club and a report from TEAMtalk claims that Brighton are ready to secure his signature. Clubs such as Chelsea and Liverpool have also been linked with the player, but Brighton are ready to steal a march on their Premier League rivals.

It will be interesting to see if they can agree a deal with Leeds United.

The Whites have failed to gain promotion to the Premier League and will be under pressure to sell a number of players this summer. They will have to balance the books and comply with financial regulations.

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Crysencio Summerville would be a superb addition for Brighton

Summerville is arguably one of the club’s best players and his departure will hurt them massively, but they may be powerless to stop him from leaving. The 22-year-old will also want to compete at a high level and the opportunity to move to Brighton will be quite attractive to him.

He may feel he needs to take the next step in his development and compete at a higher level now. Regular football in the top flight will only help him improve.

The Seagulls have impressed in the Premier League under Roberto de Zerbi and could provide the Dutchman with the platform to showcase his qualities in the top flight. Summerville will add goals and creativity to the Brighton attack. He has also played in the Premier League with Leeds and should be able to settle in quickly and make an instant impact.