Transfer negotiations are ongoing between Valencia and Brighton over Diego Coppola, the highly-rated defender - with multiple reliable sources confirming the story. The clubs are believed to be some way apart on valuation, but dialogue is open as they look to strike a deal ahead of the run-in. Unconfirmed reports suggest both sides are hopeful of finding a resolution in the coming days - with other interested clubs said to be circling. While Girona have shown interest, Valencia currently lead the race - though the situation could evolve if a deal drags on. So far in this season, Valencia are conceding 1.63 goals a game (31 in 19), more than they'd like compared to the LaLiga standard. The hope is Diego Coppola adds a bit of steel and helps make them tougher to break down. Alongside this, Brighton are said to be exploring Othmane Maamma and Pascal Gross with Valencia likewise connected to Frank Onyeka, Justin De Haas and Jeremiah St. Juste. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.