Femi Azeez aims for growth after joining Brighton
Femi Azeez has joined Brighton from Millwall and is focused on adapting to the Premier League. The Nigeria international described the move as a dream come true and wants to settle in before setting big targets. Azeez credits a conversation with Brighton coach Fabian Hürzeler as key to his decision. He is determined to work hard and make an impact at his new club.
Match highlights
- Femi Azeez completed a deadline-day transfer to Brighton from Millwall, with the deal reportedly worth up to £15m.
- In his first interview, Azeez said his main goal is to settle into the Premier League and adapt to the higher level.
- He praised Brighton’s track record of developing players and said the club’s ambition matched his own.
- Azeez had an impressive 2025/26 season at Millwall, scoring 11 goals and providing eight assists in 35 Championship games.
- He joined Millwall from Reading in 2024 and made 77 appearances, scoring 15 goals and registering 13 assists.
