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Graham Potter admits he is 'disappointed' by the exit of technical director Dan Ashworth, but is adamant that Brighton will continue to grow stronger as he insists 'this club doesn't rely on one person'

Brighton boss Graham Potter feels the club are in a strong position to move on following the departure of Dan Ashworth as technical director.

On Monday, the Seagulls announced Ashworth had resigned from his position to take up a similar role at another Premier League club.

Ashworth - who has been put on an extended period of gardening leave and linked with a job at Newcastle - joined Brighton from the Football Association in 2019, helping establish them in the top flight.

Dan Ashworth stepped down from his role as Brighton's technical director on Monday

Potter admitted he was sorry to see Ashworth leave.