Marc Cucurella explains decision to leave Brighton after sealing Chelsea move

Since signing for the Blues, he has given his reasoning behind the decision to leave the Seagulls. Describing Chelsea as one of the biggest clubs in the world. 

Cucurella only joined Brighton last summer from Getafe, he quickly established himself as a regular starter under Graham Potter. He was named the club’s player of the year and also player’s player of the year.

Both Potter and the club’s chief executive, Paul Barber have expressed their disappointment in losing Cucurella. 

“Of course we are disappointed to see Marc leave, but we wish him well for the future. He had an excellent first season in the Premier League, deservedly winning both our player of the season awards, and has been an absolute pleasure to work with over the past 12 months.” 

Barber added: “We did not want or need to sell Marc, despite interest from different clubs. We wanted to keep him at Brighton where he has done so well.

“However, recognising Marc wanted the opportunity to play in the Champions League, our absolute priority was to ensure any deal was the right one for Brighton & Hove Albion.

“We have worked very hard with Chelsea over the past week or so, and particularly in the past 24 hours, to secure the right valuation for an exceptional player.”