Simon Adingra Declares Loyalty to Brighton Amid Premier League Interest: “My Head and Heart Are Here”
Brighton, England – Brighton & Hove Albion winger Simon Adingra has reaffirmed his commitment to the club in the clearest terms yet, turning down lucrative offers from both Everton and Chelsea in recent weeks. The Ivorian forward, who has emerged as one of Brighton’s breakout stars, said in a statement, “My head and heart are with Brighton. This club gave me my platform, and I’m here to help finish what we started.”
Adingra, 22, has been on the radar of several Premier League heavyweights after a standout season that saw him light up the flanks with blistering pace, skill, and composure well beyond his years. Despite Everton reportedly offering a central role and Chelsea dangling a massive salary increase, Adingra has chosen to stay at the Amex—a move being praised by fans and teammates alike.
In a social media post sent from Hove, the coastal town that hosts Brighton’s training ground, Adingra shared a heartfelt message to supporters: “This place is more than a club to me. It’s a home, a family, and a dream in progress.”
Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi lauded Adingra’s loyalty and mentality, calling the winger “a brilliant young man who understands what we’re building here.” The club’s vision has resonated deeply with Adingra, who has cited the support of the fans, the club’s culture, and the unity within the squad as reasons for staying.
“Brighton took a chance on me when many others didn’t. I owe this team my best years. I want to help bring silverware here, not chase it somewhere else,” Adingra added.
The rejection of Chelsea and Everton’s offers follows a growing trend at Brighton, where key players like João Pedro have also publicly committed to the project despite outside interest. It reflects the club’s growing stature not just in the Premier League, but across Europe.
Adingra’s rise has been meteoric. After joining Brighton from FC Nordsjælland in 2022 and gaining experience on loan at Union Saint-Gilloise, the winger has become one of the Seagulls’ most dynamic attackers. His blend of speed, technical ability, and tactical intelligence has earned him praise throughout the league.
With Brighton looking to push for European places once again next season, Adingra’s decision is more than just symbolic—it’s a sign of a squad united behind a shared goal. As the Premier League landscape continues to shift, Brighton are proving they’re not just developing stars—they’re keeping them.