In a significant transfer coup, Brighton & Hove Albion have reached an agreement with Championship side Millwall to sign highly-rated winger Femi Azeez. The 25-year-old Nigerian international has been pushing for a move to the Premier League, and his departure from The Den will be a club record sale for the Lions, who are set to receive an initial £12.5m, potentially rising past £15m with add-ons.
Azeez's impressive form last season earned him a place in the PFA Championship team of the year, scoring 11 goals and providing eight assists in 37 games. His attacking prowess has caught the attention of several top-flight clubs, including Brighton, who have been tracking his progress for some time.
The Seagulls have made significant strides in the transfer market this summer, with Azeez set to become their 11th signing of the season. The club's willingness to break the bank has seen them secure high-profile signings, including the club-record £45m move for Tottenham centre-back Luka Vuskovic.
Brighton have also generated substantial revenue through player sales, with Carlos Baleba's £70m transfer to Manchester United being a notable example. Liverpool have been linked with winger Yankuba Minteh, further underscoring the Seagulls' ability to attract top talent.
Azeez joined Millwall from Reading for around £1m in 2024 and was entering the final two years of his contract. His recent exclusion from the Lions' matchday squads by manager Alex Neil may have contributed to his desire to leave The Den, with fellow Championship club Wrexham also understood to have shown interest in the attacker.
The transfer deal marks a significant coup for Brighton & Hove Albion, who are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. With Azeez's arrival, Graham Potter's side will be hoping to build on last season's impressive performances and make a push for European qualification.
