Brighton vs Newcastle United injury update: Both sides are dealing with significant absences as Eddie Howe and Fabian Hürzeler prepare to face off at the Amex Stadium this afternoon. Seven players have already been ruled out, while four others remain doubtful ahead of kickoff.
Both clubs harbour European ambitions, and while this match won’t define their seasons, each manager will be eager to claim an important victory and send a strong message to their rivals.
Brighton injury news
Joel Veltman – doubt
Veltman missed the 1-1 draw with Wolves before the international break due to injury. He will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability.
Kaoru Mitoma – doubt
The Japanese winger sustained a knock in the match against Chelsea and sat out the draw at Molineux. He also withdrew from international duty and remains under close medical supervision.
Brajan Gruda – out
Gruda picked up a knee injury against Wolves and was forced to withdraw from Germany’s U21 squad. He will not be available for selection today.
Solly March – out
March remains sidelined with a knee problem. Hürzeler is optimistic he could return before the end of the year, but he will play no part against Newcastle.
Adam Webster – out
Webster is still recovering from a pre-season knee injury and has yet to feature this campaign. He’s expected to miss the majority, if not all, of the season.
Jack Hinshelwood – out
The young midfielder is ruled out with a ligament injury and will be unavailable for the foreseeable future.
Newcastle United injury news
Joelinton – doubt
Eddie Howe revealed there is “a little bit of concern” regarding Joelinton’s fitness, with the midfielder facing a late assessment.
Will Osula – doubt
The forward has been struggling with an ankle issue and remains a doubt for this afternoon’s encounter.
Yoane Wissa – out
Wissa, who is still waiting to make his debut for the Magpies, suffered a knee injury on international duty. Howe confirmed he will be sidelined until at least next month.
Tino Livramento – out
Livramento continues his recovery from a knee injury sustained against Arsenal. He is expected to return by late November.
Lewis Hall – out
Hall, who missed the match against Nottingham Forest with a hamstring injury, has received positive scan results but won’t feature today. Howe said:
“The second scan was good news. There were different timeframes, and we’re confident it’ll be the shorter one. We hope to have him back before the next international break.”
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