Fabian Hurzeler said transfer-linked Billy Gilmour is due to return to training next week after being given an extended break following Euro 2024 – and the Brighton manager explained Valentin Barco was missing at QPR.Gilmour, 23, is reportedly a key target for Napoli.
The Scotland international was the subject of an ambitious £8m bid from the Serie A outfit last month, as former Antonio Conte looks to bolster his midfield options.
The bid was rejected by the Seagulls, who are now bracing themselves for an increased offer expected to be in the region of £12m.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Gilmour is ‘open to joining Napoli’.
Speaking after Brighton’s friendly win at QPR on Saturday (August 3), Albion boss Hurzeler said he expects to see Gilmour ‘back in training in the next week’.
