Brighton make Premier League history as they confirm appointment of Fabian Hurzeler, 31, as new manager
BRIGHTON have announced Fabian Hurzeler as their new manager.
Hurzeler, 31, will make history as the youngest ever Premier League boss.
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The Texas-born German has signed a deal with the Seagulls until 2027.
Brighton confirmed the news on Saturday afternoon.
In a statement, club chairman Tony Bloom said: “From the start of the process to appoint our new head coach, Fabian was always a standout candidate and one who had caught our attention with his exceptional work at St Pauli over the past 18 months.
“He has a style of play that aligns with how we want a Brighton & Hove Albion team to play, and I’m confident it is one our supporters will appreciate and enjoy.
“Fabian also has an excellent coaching pedigree and has worked with the German federation at various age group levels.
“We are really excited to start working with Fabian to prepare for the upcoming season.”
Hurzeler has left German club St Pauli, with whom he earned promotion to the Bundesliga, to take up the position at the Amex.
He replaces Roberto De Zerbi, who is reportedly closing in on a move to Ligue 1 side Marseille.
A work permit for him was granted last week, and Brighton have said that once it has been processed he will start work before the squad’s pre-season return.
More to follow.
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