This is what Graham Potter said about Yves Bissouma's future as Arsenal fans rave about 'exceptional' midfielder

By Sam Morton
Published 23rd May 2021, 19:39 BST
Updated 23rd May 2021, 19:44 BST
Yves Bissouma impressed once again for Albion in their 2-0 defeat at Arsenal, on the last day of the season. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)Yves Bissouma impressed once again for Albion in their 2-0 defeat at Arsenal, on the last day of the season. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Yves Bissouma impressed once again for Albion in their 2-0 defeat at Arsenal, on the last day of the season. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Graham Potter was unable to give any assurances over the future of star Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma following speculation that he has played his last game for the club.

The Mali International impressed once again for Albion in their 2-0 defeat at Arsenal on the last day of the season.

Bissouma finished the season having made more tackles than any other midfielder (104), drawing interest from a host of top clubs, including Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United.

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When asked if he could assure fans that the club would be able to retain the defensive midfielder for another season, Potter said: "Not really.

"He's contracted with us and as far as I know, he's going to report to pre-season like anyone else but it's football.