Brighton are often praised for their shrewd approach to the transfer market and they will have a number of key decisions to make next month.
Albion are currently flying high in fourth place and pushing for European football next term but a flock of Seagulls could still on the move in the January window.
Evan Ferguson’s lack of minutes in the Premier League has seen speculation increase on his future, with Nottingham Forest the latest club believed to be keen.
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler denied reports that Ferguson could move away and believes the 20-year-old has a big future at Brighton.
"I don't where this information has come from,” Hurzeler said ahead of the Southampton draw. “I said to Evan that I'm happy that he's here in the team, that I'm happy with how how he's training, in the shape he is physically and mentally.
“He's a young player and he needs game time. I never said anything about a loan or something like this. We are happy that Evan is here.”
Here’s the 10 Brighton players who could be assessing their options...
9. Imari Samuels
The talented young left sided defender impressed in pre-season in Japan but he has been unable to make the breakthrough this term with Igor, Pervis Estupinan and Ferdi Kadioglu blocking his path. The England youth international is out of contract this summer and the Seagulls have a decision to make on his future. He’s had one outing in the Carabao so far this season. Photo: Mike Hewitt
10. Cameron Peupion
The Australian attacker is out of contract this summer and has already stated his intentions to find a loan this January. “From my numbers this season I've put a good case forward,” said the former Sydney United man. “I'm just focusing on trying to maximize any time I'm on the pitch, trying to score goals, get assists, create for the team and show why someone out there should take me.” Photo: Mike Hewitt
11. Ruairi McConville
The defender has been excellent for the under-21s this term and impressed on his debut for the senior Northern Ireland team in the last international break. He was then in the matchday squad at Bournemouth for the first time and against against Southampton. He remains behind Igor, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk and Adam Webster, when fit. A loan in January could be an ideal next step for the talented 19-year-old. Photo: Marc Atkins