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Joel Veltman faces stiff competition for the right back role

Brighton and Hove Albion defender Joel Veltman is close to a return but faces an emerging threat to his first team place.

Veltman, 32, has not featured for fives weeks, having injured his knee in the 2-0 loss at Arsenal last December.

The experienced defender has been a reliable and versatile presence in the Albion set-up and remains a firm favourite with head coach Roberto De Zerbi.

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Veltman is one of many players who have suffered injuries this term and he hopes to back in full training in three weeks time.

The main positive from all the injuries has however been the emergence of teenager Jack Hinshelwood.

The 18-year-old has made 15 appearances in all-competitions so far and has six Premier League starts, with two goals to his name.

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