Ross Barkley in Chelsea squad to face Brighton - Antonio Conte

Antonio Conte

Antonio Conte

But which sides is Merson tipping to take three points this weekend? They will set up to be hard to break down here and with a strong and physical back line led by Irish worldwide Shane Duffy and Lewis Dunk this will be a tough game for Chelsea's strikers.

"He is in the squad and he has to continue to improve and to continue to work with us". The Blues may be missing a couple of key men, but they should still have the quality to record the win, with Eden Hazard likely to play a key role determining the outcome of the lunchtime clash. The German has three goals and five assists since his summer move from Ingolstadt.

Former Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell is their only injury of note, though Chelsea loanee Izzy Brown was recalled recently after his season was ended by a knee injury. Jurgen Locadia is rumoured to be having a medical on Friday ahead of a switch to the Amex Stadium, but will not be available for the visit of the champions.

Chelsea appear to have their eyes set on adding a left-back to their squad this month after securing the signature of Ross Barkley from Everton and one of their top targets appears to be eager to complete the switch to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea will also be without Alvaro Morata and Pedro, who are suspended after being sent off during Wednesday's FA Cup game against Norwich.

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Predicted Brighton Lineup: Ryan; Bruno, Duffy, Dunk, Bong; Propper, Stephens; Knockaert, Gross, Izquierdo; Murray.

Michy Batshuayi, who opened the scoring against Norwich, could keep his place in the side.

According to The Guardian, reigning Premier League champions, Chelsea, are understood to have opened talks to sign West Ham United striker, Andy Carroll.

Ross Barkley could be in contention to make his debut for the club, while Antonio Conte hopes to have Gary Cahill and Cesc Fabregas back from injury.

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