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Jesse Marsch leaning on friendship with Fabian Hurzeler to aid Promise David’s development at Brighton

Canadian striker Promise David has had a big adjustment since swapping Belgian club Royale Union Saint-Gilloise for Brighton and Hove Albion of the Premier League. After being the main man in Brussels, scoring 41 goals in 82 matches over two…

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 4:25 PM
Jesse Marsch leaning on friendship with Fabian Hurzeler to aid Promise David’s development at Brighton
Key Things to Know
  • Jesse Marsch is using his friendship with Fabian Hürzeler to align on Promise David's development at Brighton.
  • David has played only 78 minutes across four appearances since transferring to Brighton from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.
  • Canada assistant coach Mauro Biello conducts weekly check-ins with Brighton staff to monitor David's progress.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Canada manager Jesse Marsch revealed he is working closely with his friend and Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler to aid striker Promise David's development. Despite scoring 41 goals for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, David has logged just 78 minutes across four matches since joining the Premier League club. Marsch noted that both coaching setups are fully aligned on the forward's progress and tactical requirements.

To ensure consistent communication, Canada assistant coach Mauro Biello maintains weekly contact with a designated Brighton staff member. Marsch named David to Canada's Nations League squad to face Guatemala on November 13 and November 16, where David could see key minutes following an injury to Cyle Larin.

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