Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler has given a frank update on his squad ahead

Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler has given a frank update on his squad ahead of their huge clash against Chelsea this weekend. The Seagulls are preparing for one of their toughest fixtures of the season, and the manager admitted that the absence of Joao Pedro is a major blow.

🎙️ Fabian Hürzeler (live on Sky Sports):

“He is a special player for us. Definitely, we are missing him. Joao Pedro is a special player and it’s not easy to replace him. Facing Chelsea will be tough for us, especially without him, but we have to find solutions.”

Pedro, 23, has been Brighton’s attacking spark, contributing vital goals and creativity. Without him, the Seagulls have struggled for fluidity in the final third, and Hürzeler has been forced to test different attacking partnerships.

Sky Sports pundits have pointed out that Chelsea’s strong defensive form under their current setup makes the challenge even more daunting. Former players in the studio stressed that Brighton will need “a near-perfect performance” if they are to leave Stamford Bridge with points.

The Brighton boss, however, remains optimistic, insisting that his side must rise to the occasion and show resilience.

Stay tuned here on Sky Sports News for live updates and full build-up to Brighton vs Chelsea, as this developing story continues.