The Seagulls have enjoyed a good start to the campaign and are sixth in the Premier League with five wins, two losses and one draw from their first eight fixtures. They have also played two Europa League matches as they lost their opening Group B fixture 3-2 to AEK Athens at the American Express Stadium but hit back in the intense atmosphere of Marseille to claim their first ever Europa League point with a 2-2 draw. Roberto De Zerbi’s men did however exit the Carabao Cup at the first attempt as they went down 1-0 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Overall it has been impressive from Albion as they adapt to life without midfielders Moises Caicedo and Alexis Mac Allister, who both moved on last summer. De Zerbi has also had to bed new players into the squad as well contend with an injury list that has seen key players miss vital matches of the season so far.
Brighton resume their Premier League campaign at Manchester City on October 21, here’s the Albion injury list in full as it stands and expected return dates...
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Roberto De Zerbi, Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, has had injury issues this season Photo: Bryn Lennon
. Igor Julio
The Brazilian defender hobbled off in the 63rd minute against Liverpool. The unspecified injury is not expected to be too serious and the international break should give the £15m signing time to recover in time for Man City Photo: Steve Bardens
. Tariq Lamptey
The full back was excellent in Marseille as he delivered his best performance for sometime in a left back role. Had a 'muscular injury' and did not recover in time to face Liverpool. Lamptey should be available to face Man City. Photo: Mike Hewitt
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Brighton striker Joao Pedro has been out for nine matches with a thigh injury Photo: BHAFC
2. Jack Hinshelwood - foot
The impressive teenager has not played since the 4-1 win against Palace and is likely to miss the rest of the season. Photo: Mike Hewitt
3. James Milner - thigh
The midfielder hoped to return in time for Liverpool but needs more time to recover from a thigh injury picked up at Luton. Brentford and Arsenal matches now looking unlikely. Photo: GLYN KIRK
4. Joao Pedro - thigh
The Brazilian striker has missed the last nine games with a thigh injury. De Zerbi hoped he would be available for Liverpool but that proved too soon. Brentford or Arsenal is now looks more likely. Photo: Shaun Botterill