Brighton boy Adam El-Abd is leaving Albion after exactly 300 league appearances for his local club.

But how big a blow is it for the Seagulls as they plot a play-off push?

Are you surprised he is leaving or do you understand his frustration at being seen as a back-up option?

And, if he felt he had to go, are you surprised he has been tempted away by a club battling against the drop in League One?

What do you make of probably the biggest shock yet in Albion’s transfer window dealings?

We’d love to know your thoughts.