Brighton and Hove Albion looked at “a range of excellent” candidates during their search for a new manager, amid links to Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper.
The Welshman is understood to have admirers at the Amex Stadium and was said to be on the shortlist to replace Graham Potter, following his departure to Chelsea. But any speculation was put to bed on Sunday, when the Seagulls appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their new boss.
Mainz’ Bo Svensson and Bodø/Glimt chief Kjetil Knutsen were also among those reportedly in contention for the job. But Brighton chief executive Paul Barner, who is also deputy chairman, says De Zerbi was the only one the club held talks with.
