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Diego Coppola Completes Permanent Move from Brighton to Paris FC
7/16/2026, 9:12:43 PM
Transfer Announcement
Italian international defender Diego Coppola has signed permanently with Paris FC, ending his brief stint with Brighton & Hove Albion. The 22-year-old made nine appearances for the Seagulls after joining the club in June 2025 from his hometown side Hellas Verona.
Player Background
Coppola rose through the Hellas Verona academy, debuting for the Serie A club in 2021. He transferred to Brighton in June 2025, where he featured in nine Premier League matches before spending the second half of the 2023-24 season on loan at Paris FC, contributing to the French side’s 11th-place Ligue 1 finish.
Loan Performance & Statistics
During his loan, Coppola appeared in the latter half of the Ligue 1 campaign, helping Paris FC secure an 11th-place league standing. Across his time at Brighton, he accumulated nine first-team caps but faced increasing competition for defensive positions.
Official Statement from Brighton
“Diego made a good impact with Paris during his loan there last season and it was a transfer both he and Paris FC were keen to pursue,” said Brighton sporting director Mike Cave. “With growing competition for places, this move suits all parties and allows Diego to make the next step in his career.”
Implications for Player and Clubs
The permanent transfer offers Coppola regular top-flight minutes in France, aligning with his development trajectory after limited opportunities at Brighton. For Brighton, the deal frees a squad spot amid heightened competition in defense, while Paris FC secures a defender already familiar with their system. Both clubs expressed optimism that the arrangement benefits the player’s growth and their respective strategic plans.
