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Fabian Hurzeler has stated that he does not fear losing Brighton's key players this summer, with Carlos Baleba linked with a move away.

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Fulham at Amex Stadium (kick-off 15:00 BST). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Fabian Hurzeler says Carlos Baleba is enjoying life at Albion – and is expected to stay on board. The head coach is “very, very, very confident” Baleba will remain with the Seagulls into the new season, despite interest from Manchester United.

There are no plans to loan out the 18-year-old Greek forward signed from Olympiacos or former Sunderland winger Tommy Watson.

"I use pre-season to build team chemistry and the social bond between them, which is hard to do if you know you are always being observed by the media and supporters," boss Fabian Hurzeler told BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club.

Brighton and Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler expressed confidence that talented midfielder Carlos Baleba will not be l

Brighton are set to make their decision on Julio Enciso's future amid a fitness update regarding the attacking midfielder.