Brighton & Hove Albion‘s midfielder Moises Caicedo has openly expressed his desire to leave the club this summer, creating more uncertainty surrounding his future. The Ecuadorian player, who has been heavily linked with a move to Chelsea, made this revelation during Brighton's 2022/23 awards night, reported by goal.com.

Caicedo's future has been a subject of intense speculation, especially with Chelsea's persistent interest in securing his signature. However, during the awards ceremony, the talented midfielder did not mention Chelsea by name when discussing his potential next destination.

Despite Brighton's firm stance on retaining the player and rejecting three previous bids from Chelsea, the 21-year-old midfielder appears determined to pursue a new chapter in his career. His outstanding performances on the pitch earned him the Players' Player of the Season trophy at the awards night, which only adds to his allure in the transfer market.

With the transfer window still open, it remains to be seen whether Caicedo's desire to leave will influence Brighton's stance on his valuation. The Seagulls have consistently valued the player at an impressive £100 million ($128 million), a price tag that Chelsea has found difficult to meet. The latest offer from Chelsea amounted to £80 million ($102 million), still falling short of Brighton's valuation.

As Caicedo aims to facilitate a move to Chelsea, it is likely that he will push the club to reconsider their asking price. However, it remains to be seen how the negotiation process unfolds and whether Brighton will be willing to lower their demands to facilitate the transfer.

As the transfer saga continues, the anticipation of Moises Caicedo's next destination intensifies. Chelsea remains determined to secure his services, and the Ecuadorian midfielder's announcement at the awards night adds another layer of drama to an already intriguing transfer story. Brighton, on the other hand, may face a challenging decision as they weigh the potential financial gain against the desire of their star player to seek new challenges and further his career at a bigger club.