The Seagulls' impressive attacking play was let down by a lack of clinical finishing last season, and a quality striker looks likely to be top of Graham Potter's transfer wish-list.
Meanwhile, Brighton icon Glenn Murray announced his retirement fro the game earlier in the week, calling time on a career that saw him spend two spells with the Seagulls in which he scored over 100 goals in total and helped the side secure promotion from both League One and the Championship.
Discussing the player's impact at the club, Brighton skipper Lewis Dunk said: “He leaves us as an Albion legend, having become the club’s greatest post-war goalscorer.
“I know I speak for all my team-mates old and new when I say, thank you for those great memories.
“Glenn is welcome back any time, when all the players, staff and supporters will, I know, like to say a big thank you for your commitment, dedication and, of course, all the goals.
“I know all the fans will treat you as one of their own, so please don’t leave it so long as we would all love to see you here back at the Amex.”
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Brighton & Hove Albion and the rest of the Premier League, as the reaction to last season and the build-up to summer transfer window continues:
Discussing the player's impact at the club, Brighton skipper Lewis Dunk said: “He leaves us as an Albion legend, having become the club’s greatest post-war goalscorer.
5. Hammers leading race for the Ox
West Ham have emerged as the new favourites to sign Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, ahead of Newcastle United. The £35m man looks set to leave Anfield in search of regular first team football, after battling back from an injury setback. (SkyBet) Photo: FERENC ISZA
6. Toffees want Santo
Everton have opened talks with ex-Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo, as they look to find a successor to Carlo Ancelotti. Santo spent almost four years with Wolves, taking the side from the Championship to the top tier and 95 of his 199 games in charge. (Sky Sports) Photo: Pool
7. Leeds set hefty asking price for ace
Leeds United have been set a hefty £35m asking price for Udinese star Rodrigo de Paul, and could have to contend with the added pressure of competition from Atletico Madrid to sign the player. He was heavily linked with Leeds last summer too. (Goal) Photo: Alessandro Sabattini
8. Top sides jostle for Celik
Arsenal, Spurs and Man Utd have all been credited with an interest in Lille full-back Zeki Celik. The 24-year-old played a key role in his club's shock Ligue 1 title win last season, featuring in 29 league games. (Mirror) Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos