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Brighton and Hove Albion's Carlos Baleba (left) and Simon Adingra arrive at the ground ahead of the Premier League match at the American Express Stadium, Brighton, February 24, 2024
BRIGHTON manager Roberto De Zerbi believes 20-year-old midfielder Carlos Baleba could eventually become one of the best players in the Premier League, but might not yet be ready to step into Billy Gilmour’s boots.
Gilmour was sent off for a late challenge on Everton substitute Amadou Onana in Saturday’s 1-1 draw on the south coast.
The Scotland international will now be suspended for the game against Wolves in the FA Cup and games in the league against Fulham and Nottingham Forest.
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