Brighton are interested in signing Emil Holm this summer.
According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, Brighton are one of several clubs thought to be keen on securing the services of Emil Holm in this transfer window. West Ham United also want to bring the Spezia star to the Premier League, whilst there is interest from elsewhere in Serie A from the likes of Juventus, Napoli, and Atalanta.
The Swedish right-back was in fantastic form for Spezia last season. Holm made 23 appearances for the Italian side before injury issues cut short his campaign in February. He certainly did enough before his injury to attract the attention of plenty of admirers, with Brighton amongst them.
Who is Emil Holm?
The 23-year-old Swede began his career in his homeland with IFK Goteborg, before making a loan move to Sonderjyske in the Danish Superliga, after Spezia came calling and secured his long-term future. Holm has now established himself at Spezia, and his form for the club has earned him two senior Sweden caps.
At 6’3”, Holm is a towering figure at full-back. He is a reliable aerial presence in both boxes, and has honed his attacking instincts by playing much of his club football so far in his career in a wide-right midfield role.
Holm would be a fantastic fit for Brighton. Roberto De Zerbi already has a clutch of tall, powerful defenders who are solid on the ball at his disposal. Stylistically, Holm would slot in well amongst the likes of Lewis Dunk, Adam Webster, and Jan Paul van Hecke, albeit he would be operating on the flanks. The Seagulls are focusing on improving their rearguard this summer, and the signing of Holm would be a smart step in the right direction. They will have to beat off plenty of competition to secure his services though.
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