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Midfield worries for Seagulls, Swans to celebrate

Last updated: 2nd May 2008

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Brighton & Hove Albion are short on midfield options for the visit of champions Swansea City, who aim to reach 90 points for the season.

Steven Thomson is rated a major doubt for the game due to illness, while Therry Racon has been recalled from his loan spell by Charlton Athletic.

Tommy Fraser is likely to come into Dean Wilkins' side, while David Martot and Jake Robinson are other options for the Brighton boss.

Gary Hart, Adam El-Abd and Adam Hinshelwood (all knee) remain on the long-term casualty list, while Sam Gargan hopes to be involved again after making his debut last week.

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Swansea will look to celebrate official confirmation of their champions status - after Leeds United's appeal against their points deduction failed - by breaking through the 90-point barrier.

Darren Pratley is available for Swans boss Roberto Martinez after the midfielder missed last week's win over Leyton Orient through suspension.

Owain Tudur-Jones will hope to keep his place in the side, while Ferrie Bodde is unlikely to be risked due to a groin problem.

On-loan Manchester United striker Febian Brandy is pushing for a starting spot after 16 of his 18 league appearances to date have been from the bench.