Coventry City are on the verge of securing a permanent deal for goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, with negotiations entering the final stages. The Championship side, who finished top of the table last season with 95 points, are increasingly confident of completing the transfer from Brighton. Rushworth’s impressive loan spell at the CBS Arena has made him a priority target for the club this summer.
Talks between Coventry City and Brighton are now focused on the finer details, rather than whether the transfer will happen. Brighton are seeking a buy-back clause and a substantial sell-on percentage as part of the agreement. This is standard practice for a Premier League club dealing with a promising young goalkeeper.
Rushworth’s loan spell at Coventry last season left a lasting impression. The goalkeeper knows the club, understands the demands, and fits the profile of a player ready to take ownership of a side with serious ambitions. Coventry’s recent form, including a final 2025 table finish of 1st in the Championship with 95 points, highlights their ambition to build a strong squad for the upcoming season.
Brighton recently triggered an option in Rushworth’s contract, extending his stay by another year. This move strengthened their hand in negotiations, ensuring they could secure safeguards for the goalkeeper’s future. Despite this, Coventry have made significant progress in the talks, with Rushworth himself keen on returning to the club.
Coventry City believe their existing relationship with both the player and Brighton has put them in the strongest position to conclude a deal. With Newcastle United and Leeds United also showing interest, Coventry’s advantage lies in their ability to offer Rushworth the certainty and trust he needs to continue his development as a first-choice goalkeeper.
