Al Nassr Offers €90 Million for Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma

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Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr has redoubled their chase of Kaoru Mitoma, a standout winger from Brighton and Hove Albion, with a much increased bid of $90 million after their first bid of $65 million was turned down in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on January 31, 2025. Notwithstanding the significant rise, Brighton is determined to keep the Japanese international given his crucial place in the ongoing Premier League campaign of the team.

27-year-old Mitoma has attracted much attention for his outstanding left wing play, which has been key for Brighton’s brilliant season as it supplies goals and assists. More than just endearing him to the Amex Stadium fans, his consistency in offense, vision, and agility have drawn attention from some of the best clubs in Europe and beyond as well.

Al Nassr’s strong push of Mitoma highlights the club’s will to improve its squad with first-rate players. Previously fetching marquee names Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, Marcelo Brozovic, and Aymeric Laporte, the club based in Riyadh has been busy in the transfer market. These purchases show Al Nassr’s dedication to becoming a powerful player in Europa as well as domestic football.

Brighton and Hove Albion, nevertheless, stay firm in their belief. “Kaoru is an important component of our team, and we have no plans of marketing him,” said a club representative. We are looking forward to hitting our season goals with him; his value cannot be overstated both on and off the pitch.

From Kawasaki Frontale in Japan’s J1 League to the Premier League, Mitoma has had a truly astonishing journey. He has seamlessly adjusted to the requirements of English football since he joined Brighton, showing great technical skill and a sharp footballing IQ. His play has not only confirmed his position in the starting XI of Brighton but also turned him a fan favorite and a source of respect among soccer experts.

Al Nassr’s fresh offer is part of a larger plan among Saudi Pro League teams to draw top players from European leagues in an attempt to raise the profile and level of the league. Such an approach is shown by recent purchases by the club including Aymeric Laporte and Cristiano Ronaldo.

As the transfer window draws to an end, it remains to be determined whether Al Nassr will step up efforts to get Mitoma&’s services or search for different targets. Brighton’s resolute position shows a will to keep their most important players wanted for a solid Premier League run.