Brighton set for Manchester City cup trip as Arsenal prepare for Amex clash
Brighton’s high press has driven an eye-catching start under Fabian Hurzeler, with strong turnover numbers. Arsenal now offer a sterner test of how far Albion have come.
Brighton remain without Kaoru Mitoma, Jack Hinshelwood, Yankuba Minteh, Evan Ferguson and Mats Wieffer. Luka Vuskovic is fit after cramp, Lewis Dunk was rested, and Georginio Rutter returned as a substitute.
Liverpool could revive interest in Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh, with Brighton said to want about £70m. Bobby Zamora said he would ‘suit’ Anfield, while Fabian Hurzeler urged commitment.
Arsenal are expected to restore key starters for Brighton, with Jurrien Timber and Ben White fitness checks before the Amex trip as Mikel Arteta’s side chase a fifth straight league win.
Brighton goalkeeper Jason Steele has joined England’s main squad in place of injured Dean Henderson after helping Albion beat Manchester United in the Carabao Cup.
Brighton will travel to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup fourth round after City’s thumping win confirmed the tie.
Fabian Hurzeler’s comments about Arsenal’s time-wasting in the sides’ last meeting could provide added motivation before Saturday’s clash at the Amex.
