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Brighton in Crisis: Costly Signing of Kostoula Questioned

Published February 13, 2026, 17:12
Brighton in Crisis: Costly Signing of Kostoula Questioned

Brighton is experiencing an athletic crisis, causing concern and criticism. The English newspaper Telegraph analyzes the reasons for the team's poor form, pointing to the responsibility of coach Fabian Hürzeler and insufficient transfer moves, especially the failure to replace João Pedro. Special mention is given to Charalampos Kostoula, with the Telegraph arguing that Brighton spent $30 million on an unprepared player, leaving the role of starting center forward to the 35-year-old Welbeck. The team is struggling to find solutions in the attacking line and Kostoula's performance has not met expectations.