Brighton vs Manchester United Preview: Team News and Key Players

Match Context
Brighton host Manchester United at Amex Stadium on 24 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 38. Brighton sit 7th on 53 points with a goal difference of 9, while Manchester United are 3rd on 68 points with a goal difference of 16.

Brighton Availability

Brighton face multiple confirmed absences. K. Mitoma (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. S. Tzimas (Knee Injury) is sidelined. A. Webster (Knee Injury) is sidelined. All three appear in the official squad list and are ruled out of this fixture. Top scorer D. Welbeck, with 13 league goals and 1 assist, is fully available to lead the attack.

Manchester United Availability

Manchester United also have concerns. Casemiro (Inactive) is sidelined. M. de Ligt (Back Injury) is sidelined, removing an experienced defensive option. B. Šeško (Leg Injury) is doubtful, a significant worry given his 11 goals and 1 assist in league play. Creative hub Bruno Fernandes, who has delivered 8 goals and a league‑leading 20 assists, is available, as are key attacking contributors Matheus Cunha and B. Mbeumo (both on 10 league goals).

Impact Summary

Brighton’s main attacking structure remains intact with D. Welbeck fit, but the loss of Mitoma reduces their wide threat. Manchester United risk losing substantial attacking output if B. Šeško does not feature, though the availability of Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha and B. Mbeumo preserves a high ceiling in the final third.