Brighton Acquires Georginio Rutter in Record £40m Transfer
The French forward joins from Leeds United on a five-year deal, marking Brighton's seventh signing this summer.
- Rutter scored eight goals and provided 16 assists for Leeds last season.
- The transfer fee sets a new record for Brighton at £40 million.
- Rutter previously played for Hoffenheim and Rennes before joining Leeds.
- Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler praised Rutter's ability to excite fans.
- Leeds attempted to retain Rutter but respected his desire to leave.
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