The recent transfer dealings between these two clubs makes this a much-anticipated fixture for Brighton fans.
Chelsea have a made a habit recently of plucking the best talent from Brighton, which has significantly boosted Albion’s bank account. More than £250m has been sent Brighton’s way as the likes of Marc Cucurella, Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro and Rob Sanchez all swapped the Amex Stadium for Stamford Bridge.
Despite losing some of the best players, Brighton remain competitive and will be eager to take the points from Enzo Maresca’s team this Saturday.
The Seagulls have five points from their first five fixtures and are currently 14th in the table, while Chelsea are three points ahead in sixth.
Here’s the early team news ahead of Brighton’s trip to Stamford Bridge, including concerns for star man Cole Palmer and ex-Brighton men Joao Pedro and Moises Caicedo...
5. Romeo Lavia - unspecified
The midfielder is also back in light training but remains another week or two away | Getty Images
6. Robert Sanchez - suspended
The former Brighton goalkeeper will miss the game against his old club as he serves a three match suspension for his red card at Man United | Getty Images
7. Cole Palmer - groin
Chelsea's star man is likely to miss out with a groin issue | Getty Images
8. Moises Caicedo - doubt
The former Brighton midfielder is a doubt as Maresca confirmed he is managing a small issue ahead of Saturday | Getty Images