Could Euro young player of the tournament Agyemang really make a difference at Brighton after rejoining on loan from Arsenal?

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Key Takeaways
- Michelle Agyemang rejoins Brighton & Hove Albion on loan for the 2025/26 season.
- She previously enjoyed a successful stint with Brighton, scoring five goals.
- Agyemang was named Young Player of the Tournament at the 2025 UEFA European Championship.
- Head coach Dario Vidosic is optimistic about her contribution to the team's attack.
- Her growth as a player is supported by Arsenal's management.
Brighton, Aug 19 (NationPress) Michelle Agyemang has returned to Brighton & Hove Albion on loan for the 2025/26 season.
The 19-year-old striker, who has been with Arsenal since she was six, will continue her growth with Dario Vidosic's team this season, having previously spent the 2024/25 season on loan with the Seagulls.
Last year, Michelle had a successful campaign with Brighton, netting five goals in 22 matches, which led to her nomination for the WSL’s Rising Star award.
Head coach Vidosic expressed, “We are excited to have Michelle back for another season. Working with her last year was a pleasure, and we witnessed her significant progress as part of the squad.
“Her achievements this summer with England were remarkable but not unexpected. She embodies the character, work ethic, and tenacity of a true champion. As a club, we are immensely proud of her.”
“Michelle was crucial in our record-breaking season last year, and we eagerly anticipate what this new season holds for us with her in our attack.”
Her impressive development earned her a spot in the England squad for the 2025 UEFA European Championship, and everyone at Arsenal was thrilled to see Michelle awarded Young Player of the Tournament, scoring two goals in four matches to help the Lionesses secure the trophy.
So far, Michelle has made six first-team appearances for Arsenal, scoring one goal. She made her debut during the Gunners' WSL victory over Leicester City in November 2022.
Arsenal's Director of Women’s Football, Clare Wheatley, stated, “We take great pride in Michelle’s accomplishments this summer and throughout her journey at Arsenal, from her early days in our academy to the first-team squad. After thorough discussions with Michelle and her family, we all concur that this move will offer her further opportunities for growth and development as a young player and individual. We wish her every success at Brighton and look forward to her return to Arsenal after her loan.”