Brighton boss Chris Hughton is bidding to sign Fulham keeper David Button in a surprise move.
Hughton wants the former Tottenham starlet as cover and competition for Mat Ryan and hopes to agree a £4million fee this week.
The Seagulls want an experienced sidekick for the Australian who has claimed their number one slot but has lost Tim Krul as his rival.
Button is out of favour at newly-promoted Fulham and may be up for the chance of a fresh start.
Brighton want to hurry through the move as Christian Walton is set to return to Wigan on loan for a second time.
He helped Paul Cook’s side win promotion and is keen to play in the Championship.