Brighton and Hove Albion remain on track for a top half finish as they welcome Chelsea to the Amex Stadium on Wednesday. The Seagulls have just two Premier League matches remaining this term, starting with Mauricio Pochettino’s in-form team and then Man United on Sunday. A top 10 finish will be a decent return for Roberto De Zerbi’s men, who competed in Europe for the first team this season and also suffered numerous injuries. Albion expect to have nine players missing for this one but should be boosted by a return to the starting XI for a former Chelsea man. Here’s how Brighton could line-up to face Chelsea at the Amex Stadium.
1. Bart Verbruggen - GK
The Dutch goalkeeper has settled in well following his £16m move last summer. An upgrade on Robert Sanchez who left to join Chelsea for £25m. Photo: Lewis Storey
2. Tariq Lamptey - RB
The former Chelsea man should start this one having recovered from injury. Joel Veltman also picked up a knock at Newcastle Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS
3. Lewis Dunk - CB
If he's fit, he plays. Remains Albion's most important player. Photo: Mike Hewitt
4. Adam Webster - CB
Looks back to his best after a frustrating season with injuries and loss of form. Van Hecke remains out with injury. Photo: GLYN KIRK