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Brighton are 'confident' of beating Chelsea to hiring Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna - but eye Graham Potter as a back-up plan

Brighton are reportedly confident of beating Chelsea to Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna.

The Seagulls are seeking a new manager after parting ways with Roberto De Zerbi at the weekend.

McKenna is one of the game's brightest young managers after guiding Ispwich to back-to-back promotions to the Premier League.

Now Brighton have him in his crosshairs, with Graham Potter as a back-up option, according to The Times.

More to follow.

Brighton are reportedly confident of beating Chelsea to Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna

Brighton are reportedly confident of beating Chelsea to Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna