Kaoru Mitoma could become one of the more interesting free-agent stories of 2027, with Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur both keeping tabs on the Brighton winger as his contract moves into its final months.
Japan have impressed on their way to the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup, and are on their way to an exciting Round of 32 game against Brazil. However, one of the Samurai Blue's most influential players, Kaoru Mitoma, is once again missing from Hajime Moriyasu's squad.
Tottenham Hotspur have entered the race to sign Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma this summer, according to fichajesnet via MatchdayHQ, with the Japanese international emerging as one of the most exciting attacking targets of the summer window as De Zerbi’s rebuild continues to gather pace.
Japan left injured midfielder Kaoru Mitoma off the 26-man World Cup roster announced by coach Hajime Moriyasu on Friday. Mitoma suffered a hamstring injury during Brighton's Premier League match against Leeds on Saturday, leaving his World Cup status in serious doubt.
Kaoru Mitoma's availability to play for Japan in the World Cup is uncertain after the Brighton midfielder suffered a hamstring injury last weekend. Mitoma will miss Brighton's final two matches of the Premier League season, beginning with Saturday's game at Leeds.
Manchester United have been linked with the move for the Brighton attacker Kaoru Mitoma. The 28-year-old has been outstanding for Brighton in recent seasons, and he has attracted attention from Manchester United and Tottenham.
It is no secret that Arsenal is determined to strengthen its squad by adding a winger during the current transfer window. Since the conclusion of the previous campaign, the club has attempted to secure the signatures of several high-profile players, including Nico Williams, Leroy Sane and Rodrygo.
Arsenal and Bayern Munich are reportedly competing to secure the signature of Brighton and Hove Albion’s Kaoru Mitoma, with the Japanese winger expected to leave the Seagulls during the summer transfer window.
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Arsenal has strengthened its pursuit of Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma as the Gunners face growing competition for the Japanese star’s signature. Mitoma has long been admired by Mikel Arteta’s staff, who see him as a player capable of adding pace, creativity, and directness to their attacking options.
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Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea are among the numerous transfer suitors for a star player at Brighton, but will he be moving? According to the latest from sources close to the situation, Brighton are now closing in on a new contract for star winger Kaoru Mitoma, as they hope to tie him down to a new deal valid until 2030.
Chelsea have shown once again this season that they’re not quite the finished article and their European challenge is fading fast, however, if they can land Brighton and Hove Albion’s Kaoru Mitoma in the summer, things could start to look up for the Blues.
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Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has urged the club to sign Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma. Mitoma broke onto the scene last season in a stellar debut campaign for the Seagulls.
According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal are reportedly considering making a move for Brighton & Hove Albion player Kaoru Mitoma during the next transfer window.
Brighton forward Kaoru Mitoma is attracting interest from Arsenal and other top Premier League clubs. The Japanese attacker is currently among the league’s finest players and has consistently delivered impressive performances during his time in England.