Fabian Hurzeler’s stunning Brighton XI and bench – once all the injured players return: photos
Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler as plenty of options – especially in attack – once all his players are fit and firing
Brighton and Hove Albion’s huge summer investment provides head coach Fabian Hurzeler with numerous options once all the players are fit.
Albion have quite a few injuries at the moment with Adam Webster (thigh), Jan Paul van Hecke (groin), Matt O’Riley (ankle) Solly March (knee), James Milner (hamstring), Simon Adingra (muscular) and Joao Pedro (ankle) all unavailable.
Some are closer to a comeback than others and the likes of Adingra, March and Milner could be available after the international break as Brighton resume at Newcastle on October 19.
“I have different options,” said Hurzeler last month. “Of course we have (Kaoru) Mitoma, we have Georginio Rutter, who can play, we have Simon (Adingra), we have (Yakuba) Minteh. We have great opportunities to start with several options.”
Here’s Brighton best XI and bench once all the players are fit…
Hurzeler was clear from the start that Verbruggen will be his No 1 ahead of Jason Steele.
1. Bart Verbruggen – GK
Hurzeler was clear from the start that Verbruggen will be his No 1 ahead of Jason Steele. Photo: Bryn Lennon
The ultra reliable experienced defender has made the right back spot his own this season.
2. Joel Veltman – RB
The ultra reliable experienced defender has made the right back spot his own this season. Photo: Steve Bardens
The skipper showed signs against Tottenham that he’s getting back to his best form
3. Lewis Dunk – CB
The skipper showed signs against Tottenham that he’s getting back to his best form Photo: GLYN KIRK
Brighton will be keen to get their excellent defender back from his groin issue as soon as possible.
4. Jan Paul van Hecke – CB
Brighton will be keen to get their excellent defender back from his groin issue as soon as possible. Photo: Eddie Keogh
