Brighton goalkeeper, Jason Steele has described Pascal Gross’ exit as “a massive, massive loss” for the team.
Steele arrived at Brighton in June 2018 just under a year after Gross had joined the Seagulls, and the pair became good friends throughout their time at the club.
Gross however last week left Brighton to join his boyhood club, Borussia Dortmund, having produced 32 goals and 52 assists in all competitions for the Seagulls in 261 appearances across seven seasons.
“The camp was really happy [for him], but also really sad,” commented Steele upon seeing the 33 year-old depart for Dortmund. “Pascal is one of the best friends I’ve made in football.”
“When I spoke to him and he told me about the opportunity, I totally got it. But then selfishly I didn’t want him to leave.”
Steele proceeded to speak about Gross’ impact amongst the first-team squad, and has urged his teammates to remember what Gross helped them achieve during their time together.
“He’s really good, one of the best players I’ve ever played with, without a shadow of a doubt. He will be a massive, massive loss.
“What we as a team and what the club should remember is what he gave for us, he was extraordinary. He went above and beyond every single week for the team and for the lads. He’ll be a legend forever.”
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