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Baleba dropped, Mitoma decision - Brighton's new strongest IX with Fabian Hurzeler handed fully …

Brighton are expected to welcome back a number of injured players after the international break.

The Seagulls have been hit with injuries to key players this term with Brajan Gruda (knee), Jack Hinshelwood (ankle), James Milner (muscular) and Kaoru Mitoma (ankle) all missing of late.

Experienced defender Joel Veltman has also struggled with a calf issue but he returned as a substitute last Sunday in Albion's 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace. A point that leaves Brighton 11th in the league standings.

Head coach Fabian Hurzeler has said he wants competition for places but it will give him plenty of tough choices to make if, as expected, all his players are fit before their next match against Brentford at the Amex Stadium on November 22.

Here's Albion's new strongest XI...

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler is expected to have a fully fit squad after the international break

1. Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler is expected to have a fully fit squad after the international break

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler is expected to have a fully fit squad after the international break | Getty Images

The Dutch goalkeeper had a slow start to the season but has looked at his best in recent matches. Played well at Palace.

2. Bart Verbruggen - GK

The Dutch goalkeeper had a slow start to the season but has looked at his best in recent matches. Played well at Palace. | Getty Images

Offers a physical presence at right back and looks good going forward. Gets the nod ahead of Joel Veltman.

3. Mats Wieffer - RB

Offers a physical presence at right back and looks good going forward. Gets the nod ahead of Joel Veltman. | Getty Images

Albion's player of the year continues to deliver consistent displays at the highest level. A future captain... if they can keep him.

4. Jan Paul van Hecke - CB

Albion's player of the year continues to deliver consistent displays at the highest level. A future captain... if they can keep him. | Getty Images

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