Brighton are hopeful of signing Reece James on loan for next season, according to The Sun.

The Chelsea defender enjoyed a remarkable debut loan campaign with Wigan during the 2018/19 campaign.

19-year-old James made 40 appearances for the Latics and was named in the Championship Team of the Year.

The Blues are looking at keeping James if their two-window transfer ban is upheld.

Manchester United have also shown an interest in the Chelsea academy graduate.