Albion head coach Roberto De Zerbi has a number of selection headscratchers ahead of their FA Cup tie with Wolves at Molineux Stadium on Wednesday.
The Seagulls, who are seventh in the Premier League following last Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Everton, are preparing for a tricky contest against a Wolves team who are impressing under Gary O’Neil this season.
De Zerbi’s team reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup last term but suffered a painful penalty-shootout loss to Manchester United at Wembley Stadium. The Italian head coach has previously spoken of using that disappointment to inspire a fresh cup challenge this season, which is set to be severely tested on Wednesday night.
Brighton have a number of injuries and suspensions and here’s our predicted XI to face Wolves...
9. Simon Adingra - A
The Ivory Coast international has had a fine first season in the Premier League. The AFCON winner is a real attacking threat from wide areas Photo: BHAFC
10. Ansu Fati - A
The Barcelona loan could lead the attack in the absence of Joao Pedro - while Danny Welbeck could be rested. Evan Ferguson also hobbled off against Everton Photo: BHAFC
11. Julio Enciso - A
The Paraguay playmaker could make his first start since being injured at Wolves at the start of the season. Photo: BHAFC