Brighton land Chema Andres from Stuttgart, add Millwall's Femi Azeez

Andres, 21, has joined the Seagulls for 15.5 million pounds after Brighton struck a deal with Stuttgart on transfer deadline day. The Spanish Under-21 international has committed to a five-year contract with the Premier League club.

The defensive midfielder spent just one season in Germany after moving to Stuttgart from Real Madrid in 2025. Andres developed through Madrid's youth ranks before making his La Liga debut in January 2025. He subsequently established himself in Stuttgart's squad, featuring 41 times last season and helping the club secure qualification for the Champions League.

Brighton have also agreed a permanent deal with Millwall for Azeez, with the initial fee understood to be 12.5m pounds and the overall package capable of exceeding 15m through add-ons.

The 25-year-old Nigerian winger enjoyed an impressive campaign last term, scoring 11 goals and providing eight assists across 37 appearances. His performances earned him a place in the PFA Championship Team of the Year.

Azeez had been keen to secure a move into the Premier League, although Brighton faced resistance from Millwall during negotiations. The London club turned down at least three proposals from the Seagulls in recent weeks before an agreement was finally reached.