Levi Colwill has taken to Instagram to send a message to Brighton after spending the previous season on loan with the Seagulls.
Colwill has been linked with a permanent move to Brighton this summer, while he has also been linked with Liverpool.
He has now reportedly agreed a six-year contract with Chelsea which will keep him at the club until 2029.
Amid the transfer talks, Colwill took to Instagram and wrote: "To Brighton and Hove Albion.
"I am proud to have played a small part in the clubs success last season.
"You gave me an opportunity to play in the Premier League when no one else did. I thank Graham Potter for first bringing me to the club and to all the employees at the stadium and training ground for making it a great place to perform and develop
"To the fans, you’ve always had my back! Since I got into the side, your continuous support made me feel comfortable to play the way I wanted to play and not fear about making mistakes. You gave me a platform to shine and show my ability in the best league of the world. I will never forget that you supported me.
"Lastly Roberto De Zerbi, you challenged me every day! You made me think and see football in a different way. I cannot thank you enough. Thank you again LC."