Brighton’s predicted starting XI to face Aston Villa with decision made on £25m midfielder and Evan Ferguson

Brighton and Hove Albion head coach has some key decisions to make prior to the Premier League clash against Aston Villa

tomorrow, 12.30pm.

The Seagulls have won five of their first six games and are presently third in the Premier League. However, they arrive with just one

victory in their previous three matches across all competitions after suffering losses to AEK Athens and Chelsea in the Europa League

and Carabao Cup, respectively.

Pascal Gross, James Milner, and Adam Lallana are all out with injuries, and Lewis Dunk and Adam Webster’s health has also been a

problem lately for De Zerbi. When Ansu Fati, a Chelsea player on loan from Barcelona, was replaced at halftime, concerns were also

raised. Evan Ferguson, a young striker, has been cleared to play despite recent worries about his knee and health.

De Zerbi will be delighted to have Dunk back afater he missed the Carabao defeat at Stamford Bridge in midweek. “Dunk and Kaoru

Mitoma are different in terms of personality and characteristics.

“For example, Pascal Gorss in midfield gives us more personality and courage and he can be important in build-up and one of the best

[at] scoring goals for us. And Lewis, it is difficult to replace him. He is very important.”

Here’s how Brighton could line-up for this one.

Jason Steele – GK: The experienced stopper could be back between the sticks as De Zerbi continues to rotate between Steele and

Bart Verbruggen.

Joel Veltman – RB: I expect the experienced Dutchman to return at right back for this one

Lewis Dunk – CB: De Zerbi is relieved to have his skipper back. He was patched up for Bournemouth but even at 80 per cent he

remains Albion’s best defender.

Adam Webster – CB: Getting his fitness up to speed has been a challenge. One of the best when he is fully fit and forms a sound

partnership with Dunk.

Pervis Estupinan – LB: The Ecuadorian plays if fit and captained the side at Chelsea in the Carabao. One of the emerging leaders of the team.

Billy Gilmour – CM: The former Chelsea man has been Albion’s best midfielder this term.

Mo Dahoud – CM: Likely to start alongside Gilmour in the absence of Pascal Gross. Carlos Baleba could be on the bench after his

tough outing at Chelsea in midweek.

Solly March – RW: Has been one of Albion’s most consistent attackers this term and likely to start on the right flank.

Ansu Fati – No10: Brought off at halftime at Chelsea as precaution and the Barcelona loan man should be fit for this one.

Kaoru Mitoma – LW: The Japan international has the potential to be a match winner at Villa Park. Great to watch live and a real talent.

Evan Ferguson – F: Should be back in the team ahead of Welbeck and Pedro after recovering from injury and illness.

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