Brighton chief exec Paul Barber has reaffirmed hopes of keeping manager Roberto de Zerbi.

The Italian is being linked with a big club move way.

But Barber told the Athletic: "We don't want to lose De Zerbi, he is one of the best in the world.

"Roberto loves Brighton and everyone involved here - but at some point in the future he may choose to take his skills elsewhere."

It's been revealed today that De Zerbi's contract carries a £12m buyout clause.