The Seagulls are going through a transition period under manager Graham Potter as he aims to adopt a possession-based style of play, something which has attracted plenty of outside admirers.
Indeed, possession hasn’t been an issue at the Amex Stadium this campaign, it’s making it count that has proved difficult.
Courtesy of data from scouting experts Wyscout, we’ve looked at each top-flight club’s possession stats, ranking them in order to form a ‘possession table’.
Brighton’s position is intriguing – scroll and click through our gallery to see where Albion sit:
17. 4th - Leeds United - 59.8%
Bielsaball at its finest as Leeds continue to attract plenty of admirers for their style of play under the Argentine head coach. Photo: TIM KEETON
18. 3rd - Chelsea 59.9%
This figure could change over the next few months as new boss Thomas Tuchel looks to implement his own way of playing. Photo: CLIVE ROSE
19. 2nd - Liverpool - 62.4%
While possession is still high for Liverpool, they’ve been struggling for goals of late with just eight in nine games - very unlike Jurgen Klopp’s side. Photo: SHAUN BOTTERILL
20. 1st - Manchester City - 64%
The Premier League leaders also lead the way in the possession charts. Unlike last season, they’re certainly making it count. Photo: MICHAEL REGAN