“Brighton know the truth” – Player insists he’s not a Seagulls reject

Diego Coppola has rejected claims that he was cast aside by Brighton & Hove Albion, insisting the Premier League club knows the truth behind his departure. The 22-year-old Italian centre-back, who joined the Seagulls from Hellas Verona in June 2025, made just five league appearances under manager Fabian Hurzeler before leaving on loan and later sealing a permanent transfer to French side Paris FC.

Coppola explained that he sought regular playing time to protect his spot in the Italy national team. Although Brighton initially wanted him to return following his loan spell, the club's decision to sign new central defenders prompted him to accept a permanent move to Paris FC, where he has already made ten Ligue 1 appearances this season.