Brighton Round-Up, Thursday 22nd October: Hurzeler Ends United Talk as Winning Run Halted in Jablonec
Brighton's impressive run came to a halt in the Conference League as Fabian Hurzeler's side were held 0-0 away at Jablonec, with the Seagulls failing to score for the first time in a while and seeing their six-game winning streak ended (Sky Sports). Ahead of the trip to the Stadion Strelnice, Hurzeler had been keen to stress his side's focus, saying "we won't underestimate anyone" (BrightonAndHoveAlbion.com).
The headlines around the club continue to be dominated by speculation over Hurzeler's future, with Manchester United reportedly keen admirers of the young manager. Fabrizio Romano has reported that United hold Hurzeler in high regard and claimed there have been "private communications" involving Michael Carrick, though the German is said to be fully focused on his work at Brighton rather than eyeing a switch to Old Trafford (Football365). That stance has been echoed elsewhere, with reports suggesting Hurzeler is uninterested in leaving Brighton amid the uncertainty over United's managerial search (Sports Mole). Hurzeler himself addressed the swirling talk directly, responding with "I know" when put to him regarding the Manchester United links (SussexWorld).
On the pitch, midfielder Matt O'Riley struck an upbeat tone about the club's current standing, stating "we're in a really good place" (BrightonAndHoveAlbion.com). O'Riley also made a claim regarding Brighton's business in the summer transfer window ahead of the Conference League clash, as reported by SussexWorld (SussexWorld).
Transfer gossip elsewhere links Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari with interest from Chelsea, according to BBC Sport's round-up of Thursday's gossip column (BBC Sport).
Looking ahead, Brighton face a trip to Anfield to take on Liverpool, who have been dealt an injury scare of their own, with seven players missing training and Bradley Barcola and Victor Munoz among those absent as they prepare for the visit of the Seagulls (Sports Mole).
Fans looking to follow the Jablonec clash had been able to find details on how to watch, with coverage confirmed from the Stadion Strelnice for the 5.45pm kick-off (SussexWorld).
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