Jaouen Hadjam
BHA
LB
Overlapping Full Back
Mar 26, 2003 (23)
Left
6'1"
181 lb
BrightonAvailable 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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