Full extent of Brighton's injury and covid list revealed ahead of Chelsea and Everton
By Derren Howard
Published 27th Dec 2021, 11:11 GMT
Updated 27th Dec 2021, 22:32 GMT
Brighton and Hove Albion will swiftly be back in Premier League action at Chelsea on December 29 after their 2-0 Boxing Day triumph against Brentford
Sublime strikes from Leo Trossard and Neal Maupay saw Albion end their 11-match winless run at the Amex Stadium but injuries and illness continue to be a concern for head caoch Graham Potter.
Brighton have had two matches postponed due to covid so far this season as their fixtures against Tottenham and Man United were both called-off.
Albion continue to have players impacted with the coronavirus but their next two matches against Chelsea and then Everton on January 2 are expected to go ahead.
Scroll down and click through to see the current state of play in the Albion squad.
Albion continue to have players impacted with the coronavirus but their next two matches against Chelsea and then Everton on January 2 are expected to go ahead.
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Leo Trossard is a doubt for the match against Chelsea having been withdrawn at halftime against Brentford on Boxing Day
. Lewis Dunk
The influential skipper remains sidelined with a knee injury. Outside chance he could be back for the Palace or Leicester match but more likely a February return after the international break
. Dan Burn
The giant defender popped his shoulder out against Brentford but bravely played on for the full 90. Will be assessed ahead of Chelsea but should be fit for Stamford Bridge
5. Leo trossard
Played the first half against Brentford and was withdrawn at the interval due a hamstring issue. Potter said it was a 'precaution' and he will be assessed ahead of Chelsea. 50-50.
6. Jeremy Sarmiento
Remains a long term casualty with a hamstring injury.
7. Aaron Connolly
The Albion striker is available but was left out for the match against Brentford for tactical reasons. Not looking good for Connolly as 17-year-old Evan Ferguson was preferred on the bench
8. Steven Alzate
Had his first outing since September following an ankle injury and played the final stages of the Brentford match. Should be available for the Chelsea match