Quite the opposite, I think his consistent fitness issues are one of the reasons that Brighton don't see any future for him in the club.
Dortmund also let him go despite him being regarded as one of their bigger talents at that point.
More to it than meets the eye, I think.
Yes... think you're wrong though, don't think them getting promoted got anything to do with the clause. More likely it is tied to the number of games or minutes that he plays or is available. At least that is how it usually is.
Yup, wouldnt be surprised to see a left back. Cucurella or someone else.
Its been strange indeed but I think its mainly because its been extremely difficult rather than some (current) poor decision making. There's been way too many players and despite many leaving there's still a bunch of...
re: Östigård it might indicate that the club is feeling increasingly confident about Bissouma staying, possibly meaning the team will play four at the back a lot more than last season with White being replaced by an additional midfielder (like Mwepu or Moder) rather than a central defender...