Danny Welbeck sends Brighton player ‘goodbye’ message – ‘It’s been an honour’
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(Credit: Imago) Wed 27 May 2026 11:18, UK Brighton winger Solly March has written a lengthy message to the club’s fanbase after it was announced he would depart this summer.March will run down the end of his contract at Brighton before becoming a free agent after a 15-year stay on the south coast, which included coming through the club’s academy.The 31-year-old was part of the Brighton team that secured promotion to the Premier League for the very first time in their history in 2017.A serious knee injury has meant March only made four appearances under Fabian Hurzeler this season, and played little part in the club securing Europa Conference League football.Hurzeler is sure to have plans to strengthen his squad this summer ahead of a return to Europe, and March’s departure may mean a new winger is on his radar.Solly March finds it ‘hard’ to say goodbye to BrightonMarch, who is considered a legend at Brighton for his loyalty to the club, took to Instagram to confirm the news that he would be leaving. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES He said that leaving the club was “never going to be easy” as he thanked Hurzeler and the fans for their support over the years.Appearances300Goals26Assists31Solly March’s career at Brighton in stats.Striker Danny Welbeck said he was “really going to miss” March around the club, with the 35-year-old leaving a blue love heart emoji.Kaoru Mitoma, Joel Veltman and Georginio Rutter were also among the host of other players to respond, as March was clearly a liked figure among his teammates.Brighton reveal Tommy Watson transfer planSources have told Football Insider that Brighton plan to send midfielder Tommy Watson back out on loan next season.Watson has only made 10 appearances under Hurzeler since joining the club from Sunderland in 2025 for £10million.The 20-year-old gained more regular game time at Milwall during the second half of last season, helping the London club to a top three Championship finish, before defeat in the play-offs to Hull City.Watson is expected to join another Championship club next season, as he has not convinced Hurzeler he is ready to become a starter at the Amex.Birmingham City are one club who have been linked with signing Watson on loan, as the Blues look to bolster their squad in expectation of pushing for a play-off place. 🔵 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Brighton Insider Access Get the full story from the Amex and Lancing with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the South Coast.