Thomas Tuchel's side suffered a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City in the league on Saturday, which has left them 13 points behind the leaders on the same number of games (22).

The Blues have now only won one of their last six league matches during a disappointing run of form, which has all but ended their hopes of winning the title this season.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up all of Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of the clash with Brighton, who are currently ninth in England's top flight.

Andreas Christensen

Chelsea's Andreas Christensen in action, October 20, 2021 © Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Coronavirus
Possible return date: Unknown

Central defender Andreas Christensen recently tested positive for coronavirus, so the Denmark international will again be absent for the clash with Brighton.

Ben Chilwell

Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell goes off with a knee injury on November 23, 2021 © Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Knee
Possible return date: Unknown

Ben Chilwell has undergone surgery on his knee injury, meaning that the Chelsea defender will not be available for selection until next season.

Reece James

Chelsea defender Reece James pictured on November 23, 2021 © Reuters

Status: Out
Type of injury: Hamstring
Possible return date: Unknown

Reece James remains on the sidelines with a hamstring injury, and it is currently unclear when the England international will be available to make his return for the Blues.

Edouard Mendy

Status: Out
Type of injury: International duty
Possible return date: Unknown

Edouard Mendy, who also recently tested positive for COVID-19, is unavailable while he represents Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Trevoh Chalobah

Status: Out
Type of injury: Hamstring
Possible return date: Unknown

Trevoh Chalobah was again absent against Man City on Saturday due to a hamstring problem, and the centre-back will also be unavailable for selection against the Seagulls.