Jaouen Hadjam
BHA
Left Back
Overlapping Full Back
Mar 26, 2003 (23)
Left
6'1"
181 lb
Finds back of net Saturday
Hadjam scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sunderland.
Analysis: The defender came into the game and found the back of the net to close out the scoring. However, as a defender who doesn't play much, his fantasy appeal won't be very high in most formats, especially if he continues to come off the bench.
Fit for Arsenal clash
Hadjam is fit to feature in Saturday's clash against Arsenal, having overcome the knock he took against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup, according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, per The Argus.
Analysis: Hadjam had picked up the issue after being substituted in the 74th minute of the Carabao Cup tie at Manchester United, a match in which he provided an assist for Charalampos Kostoulas on his first start for the club. His clean bill of health now confirms that scare has passed, though Oliver Boscagli has recently been deployed at left back, meaning this issue was unlikely to significantly affect the starting lineup regardless.
Assists before early exit
Hadjam registered an assist on his first start for Brighton in Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie at Manchester United but was replaced in the 74th minute after picking up a knock.
Analysis: The left-back featured for the first time for Brighton and made an early impact with an assist for Charalampos Kostoulas before leaving the game in the 74th minute after picking up a knock. The extent of the problem is unclear at this stage, and the realistic expectation is an assessment in the coming days before his availability is confirmed. Oliver Boscagli has been deployed at left-back recently, however, so the injury should not have an immediate impact on Brighton's starting XI.
Available to make Brighton debut
Hadjam is available for Sunday's clash against Chelsea to make his debut with Brighton, according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, per The Argus.
Analysis: Hadjam completed his permanent transfer from BSC Young Boys to Brighton this week and represented Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, appearing in three matches and starting in the draw against Austria. His planned debut gives Brighton another option on the left side of the defense as coach Hurzeler continues shaping the squad heading into the new Premier League season.
Transfers to Brighton
Hadjam completed a permanent transfer from BSC Young Boys to Brighton on Tuesday.
Analysis: Hadjam represented Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, appearing in three games and starting in the 3-3 draw against Austria. He should provide cover on the left side of the defense, and if deemed fit enough, he could make his EPL debut against Chelsea on Sunday, Aug. 30.
Shot from the bench
Hadjam recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 2-0 defeat versus Switzerland.
Analysis: Hadjam came from the bench and made his third appearance of the World Cup. He took his first shot of the tournament and his first cross, but was unable to help his side turn the game around against Switzerland. He was unable to help his side turn things around and Switzerland will progress into the last 16.
Starts, makes two clearances
Hadjam registered one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Austria.
Analysis: Hadjam logged his first start and second overall appearance in World Cup during Algeria's draw to Austria that helped both teams advance to the Round of 32. The left-back made the third-most clearances and won four duels for his side before subbing off in the 71st minute. Rayan Ait-Nouri should reclaim his spot against Switzerland on Jul 3.
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