Roberto De Zerbi has given Mikel Arteta and Arsenal hope that a deal for Moises Caicedo and Alexis Mac Allister is not yet off the table but also indicated Brighton's transfer reality.
The Seagulls have already secured European football for the first time in their history but are yet to confirm their Europa League status, though it would take quite the swing not to achieve the feat. With games against Manchester City and Aston Villa still to play, there is also the chance of a fifth-placed finish.
This has helped to offer their stars extra incentive to remain on the south coast past this season, De Zerbi explained, but was also not convinced that it would be enough. Both Mac Allister and Caicedo have been heavily linked with moves away this summer after attracting interest from across the league.
