Dunk suspended, Hürzeler banned! Brighton face tough Burnley trip, but welcome back Hinshelwood and Milner's surge as they aim for another win.
Albion take on Burnley at Turf Moor as they kickstart their return to Premier League football. The long break almost had us forgetting just who would be available for this one!
Lewis Dunk will miss out through suspension. The former England international will feel unfortunate to be suspended, with the nature of the second yellow offence in the last game against Liverpool feeling somewhat unjust.
Dunk has been a key figure for Fabian Hürzeler's side, having played nearly every minute of every game under the German head coach.
Lewis Dunk is not the only one to be missing out and watching from the stands, as Fabian Hürzeler will serve a touchline ban. Hürzeler has become accustomed to attaining yellow cards since his arrival at the club. In contrast to players, fans always seem to prefer that balance!
A tough trip to Burnley will certainly leave a gap in the side, as Albion notoriously struggle against the Clarets.
The Brighton captain will return for the big clash at the Amex against Chelsea. Which many view as a bit of a ‘rivalry’!
Jack Hinshelwood is back available after a minor worry while on his young lions duties. Hinshelwood has formed into something of a key, consistent figure in the Albion squad. The boyhood Brighton fan has built a reputation for covering almost any position on a pitch.
But for some better finishing in recent games, Hinshelwood could have had himself a hatful of goals. Playing through the middle has worked well for the Young Lion, and many will remember his brace against Tottenham last season!
His knack for being in the right place at the right time has become significant. Confidence and maybe a couple of goals could turn that knack into racking up a solid tally of goals from midfield.
Hinshelwood’s versatility makes him a very useful option, especially against a Burnley side that can prove tough to beat.
The emergence of James Milner in the starting XI has suited a player like Hinshelwood. A balance of experience and young, fresh legs has proved to be the perfect combination for Hurzeler of late, 4 wins in 5, impressive form, and a platform to build on.
Other than that, for the first time in a long time, Albion are without any other fresh injury news. With that said, we can never truly rule out surprises, as they seem to happen every week!
The mystery injury of Turf Moor remains to be seen!