Brighton have confirmed that they have reached an agreement with Zurich to sign Raphael Dwamena, with the fee believed to be around £12m
Ghana forward Dwamena, 21, has agreed personal terms, with the move subject to a medical, a work permit and international clearance.
Brighton had an £8m bid for Dwamena rejected with reports saying FC Zurich wanted 15m euros (£13.7m).
The newly promoted Seagulls have lost both of their Premier League games and are yet to score a goal this season.
A statement read: " Brighton & Hove Albion can confirm that the club has reached agreement with FC Zurich for the permanent transfer of Ghanaian international, Raphael Dwamena, subject to work permit and international clearance.
"The 21-year-old striker has also agreed personal terms with the club and is now awaiting clearance to travel to the UK for his medical."
Newly-promoted Premier League side Brighton have failed to score in their opening two top flight matches, losing 2-0 to both Manchester City and Leicester and Hughton will be hoping his frontline can get going quickly.