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Enciso hopeful of next step and World Cup role as he works towards fitness
Julio Enciso is stepping up his recovery process from a knee operation in Argentina. The Albion forward is reported in Paraguay to be heading back to Brighton this week. He had surgery to ease pain in his knee recently and has recently returned to his surgeon in Buenos Aires to have stitches removed. Enciso does not appear to have any part in Fabian Hurzeler's plans for the coming campaign. But, equally, he appears to face a race against time follow Evan Ferguson out on loan. A rapid return would help him secure a move and could also see him play a part in helping Paraguay secure their World Cup finals spot. Enciso met with national team boss Gustavo Alfaro on Friday to discuss his situation. Alfaro said: 'He is working hard and a bit hoping to sort out his future.' Paraguay face Ecuador and Peru in their final World Cup qualifiers and need a maximum of one point. Julio Enciso is stepping up his recovery process from a knee operation in Argentina. The Albion forward is reported in Paraguay to be heading back to Brighton this week. He had surgery to ease pain in his knee recently and has recently returned to his surgeon in Buenos Aires to have stitches removed. Enciso does not appear to have any part in Fabian Hurzeler's plans for the coming campaign. But, equally, he appears to face a race against time follow Evan Ferguson out on loan. A rapid return would help him secure a move and could also see him play a part in helping Paraguay secure their World Cup finals spot. Enciso met with national team boss Gustavo Alfaro on Friday to discuss his situation. Alfaro said: 'He is working hard and a bit hoping to sort out his future.' Paraguay face Ecuador and Peru in their final World Cup qualifiers and need a maximum of one point. While media are hopeful on Enciso, they were put into a state of alarm when Diego Gomez left Albion's friendly against Wolfsburg early. Speaking soon after the final whistle, Seagulls head coach Hurzeler said he was not aware of any injuries. Read more... Bart is (mainly) bright and Wieffer plays big part in win over WolfsburgEnjoy De Cuyper? So far, so good as Max catches the eye in Albion dress rehearsalWhat we noticed as Albion returned to the Amex to beat WolfsburgWhere do Albion stand going into Prem season and what is the latest with Baleba? While Gomez appeared in pain initially, he was walking unaided and fairly normally on the way to the bench. While media are hopeful on Enciso, they were put into a state of alarm when Diego Gomez left Albion's friendly against Wolfsburg early. Speaking soon after the final whistle, Seagulls head coach Hurzeler said he was not aware of any injuries. While Gomez appeared in pain initially, he was walking unaided and fairly normally on the way to the bench.
New York Times
17-07-2025
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Brighton & Hove Albion's Julio Enciso out until 2026 with knee injury that requires surgery
Plans for Julio Enciso to leave Brighton & Hove Albion during the summer transfer window have been put on hold by a knee injury which needs surgery. The Paraguay international is not part of head coach Fabian Hurzeler's plans for the coming season. He was lined up to leave on loan or permanently before the window shuts on September 1, but left knee damage has ruled out a departure for Enciso until next year. Advertisement The 21-year-old remained in South America at the weekend as the squad flew out to Marbella in Spain for a ten-day training camp. He is set to miss his country's remaining two World Cup qualifiers in September at home to Ecuador and away to Peru. Paraguay need a point to clinch a place in next year's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Hurzeler left Enciso out of the squad for two matches in December because of his attitude in training. He went on loan to Premier League rivals Ipswich Town in January for the remainder of the 2024-25 season. Ipswich went on to be relegated, despite two goals and two assists from Enciso in his last eight appearances. Evan Ferguson is also not part of the squad's preparations in Spain for the coming season. The Athletic reported on July 9 that AS Roma are working on a deal to sign the 20-year-old Republic of Ireland striker on loan after Ferguson spent the second half of last season on loan in the Premier League to West Ham United. Kaoru Mitoma, Diego Coppola, and Georginio Rutter scored in a 3-1 win against Championship side Stoke City in Marbella on Wednesday. Brighton's trip to Spain ends with a second friendly against Las Palmas on Monday.
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14-07-2025
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Inter Milan Will Sign A Number Ten This Summer – Brighton & RB Leipzig Stars Remain Options
Inter Milan will sign a number ten this summer, with Brighton's Julio Enciso and RB Leipzig's Lois Openda options. This according to today's print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu looks to be intent on changing the system of play at Inter a bit. One notable aspect of the Nerazzurri's formation under Simone Inzaghi was the absence of an attacking midfielder. Inzaghi would set Inter up with three central midfielders, two wingbacks, and two strikers. There was a lot of linkage between all those players, but not a player linking the midfield and attack directly. Inter To Sign A Number Ten – Julio Enciso & Lois Openda Targets STUTTGART, GERMANY – APRIL 02: Lois Openda of RB Leipzig runs with the ball during the DFB Cup Semi Final between VfB Stuttgart and RB Leipzig at Mercedes-Benz Arena on April 02, 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by) But Chivu wants to do things a bit differently. He wants a player with the right skillset to play in the channels behind a striker in a 3-4-2-1 shape. Advertisement Therefore, signing a forward or attacking midfielder with those qualities is a priority for Inter. According to Tuttosport, RB Leipzig's versatile Lois Openda is one player Chivu is a fan of. Then, the newspaper report, Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Julio Enciso would be another option. The Paraguayan is out of contract with Brighton next summer, which should motivate the Seagulls to sell him. Meanwhile, Tuttosport note, coach Roberto De Zerbi had been a fan of Enciso when he coached Brighton.
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12-07-2025
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Report – Inter Milan Eye Up Move For Brighton & Hove Albion Attacking Midfielder
Inter Milan are reportedly eyeing up a move for Brighton and Hove Albion attacking midfielder Julio Enciso. This according to today's print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews. They report that the Nerazzurri could reinvest the fees from the sales of some fringe players in a move for the Paraguayan. Advertisement Inter Milan have already made a total of three signings this summer. They've brought in Petar Sucic, Luis Henrique, and Ange-Yoan Bonny. The Nerazzurri have spent a total of around €70 million on these three young acquisitions. But there's still room for a couple more signings. The priority will certainly be to strengthen the defense. And Parma's Giovanni Leoni is undoubtedly the top target in that area of the pitch. Inter Milan Eyeing Up Brighton Midfielder Julio Enciso LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – MAY 03: Julio Enciso of Ipswich Town celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Ipswich Town FC at Goodison Park on May 03, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by) However, another target for the Nerazzurri to bolster their squad would be attacking midfield. Reportedly, Inter want to transition to a 3-4-2-1 formation under Cristian Chivu. Advertisement Therefore, the Nerazzurri are aiming to sign a player who is well-suited to playing in the attacking midfield role behind a striker. Inter can drum up the funds to sign an attacking midfielder by selling players like Mehdi Taremi, Aleksandar Stankovic, Tajon Buchanan, and Sebastiano Esposito. And according to Tuttosport, Inter sense an opportunity to sign a player who fits the profile they want well. 21-year-old Paraguayan international Julio Enciso is one year away from the expiration of his contract with Brighton and Hove Albion. And there is a sense that Enciso is hardly in the project on the English south coast. He spent last season on loan with Ipswitch Town. Therefore, reports Tuttosport, Inter could try and bring the Paraguayan in this summer.
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10-07-2025
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Report – Inter Milan Line Up Chelsea & Brighton Stars As Targets To Bolster Attack
Inter Milan are targeting Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku and Brighton and Hove Albion's Julio Enciso as attacking targets. This according to today's print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews. They report that Enciso could be particularly attainable due to his contract status. Advertisement Inter Milan are likely to make one more attacking signing this summer. The Nerazzurri have already completed a deal to bring in Ange-Yoan Bonny from Parma. Meanwhile, Francesco Pio Esposito will reportedly have a role in the first team squad next campaign. However, Mehdi Taremi also looks to be on his way out. Therefore, if Inter are to offload the Iranian, they will likely seek a replacement. Inter Milan Eyeing Up Christopher Nkunku & Julio Enciso LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 25: Christopher Nkunku of Chelsea warms up prior to the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Southampton FC at Stamford Bridge on February 25, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by) However, as Tuttosport note, if Taremi leaves, Inter will not be looking for a like-for-like replacement. The Nerazzurri have already added centre-forwards to their squad with Bonny and Pio Esposito. Advertisement On the other hand, Tuttosport note, Inter would like to sign an attacking midfielder to give a different feel to their attack. That would facilitate the transition to a 3-4-2-1 formation. And Tuttosport report that Inter could turn their attention to the Premier League in this search. There are two names on their list in particular. One possibility would be out-of-favour Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku. Then, alternatively, the newspaper also name Brighton and Hove Albion forward Julio Enciso. Enciso spent last season on loan with Ipswitch Town. And considering that the 21-year-old Paraguayan international's contract with Brighton runs out at the end of next June, he could be fairly easy to negotiate for.
