This season, Brighton & Hove Albion has undoubtedly sustained its fair share of injuries. Due to the demands of the Premier League and Albion’s first-ever Europa League campaign, Roberto De Zerbi has been missing important players for significant portions of the season. The Seagulls, who now sit seventh in the standings, will play again on March 31 at Anfield following their international matchup with Liverpool. Hopefully, the break will give Brighton’s walking wounded enough time to recuperate and get ready for the season’s final stretch, where they intend to make it back to Europe.
Here’s a run down on the full Brighton injury list and potential return dates ahead of Liverpool…
1.
Brighton striker Joao Pedro has been struggling with a thigh injury
2. Jack Hinshelwood – foot
The teenager really impressed on his breakthrough season. Calm on the ball and also a threat going forward. Has not featured since the 4-1 win against Palace and set to miss the rest of the season.
3. Solly March – knee
The winger sustained a serious knee injury at Man City last October and continues to work his way back to fitness. Will be out for the rest of the season.
4. Kaoru Mitoma – back
The Japan international has had foot and back issues this term. Aggravated a back injury at Sheffield United and is set to miss the rest of the season.
5. James Milner – thigh
The former Liverpool man has not featured since Albion’s 4-0 loss at Luton Town. De Zerbi said he hopes to have him available after the international, with Anfied a realistic target.
6. Adam Lallana – various
The former Liverpool ace played almost an hour in the 1-0 win against Roma and looked good before being replaced by Buonanotte. Struggled to get fit this term and the international break could allow him time to recover
7. Ansu Fati – thigh
The Barcelona man has had a disappointing loan. De Zerbi is managing his minutes after a thigh problem but the Spain international has found the Premier League tough this term.
8. Adam Webster – various
The defender has struggled for form and fitness this term. Last played in the 3-0 loss at Fulham and just can’t seem to get right physically at the moment. Should be available for selection at Liverpool, if required.
9. Joao Pedro – thigh
The 19-goal Brazil striker has been a huge miss for Brighton of late. Last featured for the Seagulls in on February 3 when he scored in the 4-1 win against Crystal Palace. Should be available to face Liverpool.
