Brighton are ready to sign Getafe wing-back Marc Cucurella.

Cadena Cope says Brighton have agreed to pay Cucurella's buyout clause this week.

The Seagulls will sign the Spaniard for €18m, with Getafe to be alerted of their plans today.

Barcelona will take €2m from this fee as part of their original sale agreement.

Cucurella's departure is a blow for new Getafe coach Michel, who had been counting on the wing-back this season.