Brighton Appoints Fabian Hurzeler As New Head Coach

Fabian Hurzeler has been appointed as the new head coach of Brighton & Hove Albion, replacing Roberto De Zerbi who left the club on a mutual agreement.

Hurzeler, at just 31 years old, has signed a three-year contract to become the youngest-ever boss in the Premier League. He will start working at the Amex Stadium once he obtains a work permit.

“I am thrilled to be the new head coach of Brighton & Hove Albion,” Hurzeler told Brighton’s official website.

“After speaking to Tony [Bloom], Paul [Barber], and David [Weir] it was clear they are highly ambitious. Brighton has a unique history and a bold vision for the future so I am truly excited to be part of the project.”

“The club has made incredible progress over the last few seasons and the aim is to continue building on that success.”

“I am relishing the opportunity to coach in the Premier League, and I can’t wait to meet the players, staff and, of course, the fans.”

Brighton chairman Tony Bloom, who is known for taking risks on young coaches, said of Hurzeler’s arrival: “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 eighteen 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 excited to start working with Fabian to prepare for the upcoming season.”

Brighton will compensate Hurzeler’s previous club, St Pauli, who secured promotion to Germany’s top flight last season by winning the 2. Bundesliga title.