West Ham provide positive Crysencio Summerville injury update as star man is set to return for Brighton clash
Nuno Espirito Santo has explained that Crysencio Summerville will return from his injury soon, with the manager also confirming that Lucas Paqueta will play against Brighton.
West Ham are aiming to move out of the relegation zone on Sunday when they travel to the American Express Stadium
While the Hammers managed to pick up a good point against Manchester United in the 1-1 draw at Old Trafford on Thursday, Leeds’ victory over Chelsea has left them 18th in the table.
Therefore, many fans are hoping for a boost on the team news front ahead of the match, with Nuno now looking towards Paqueta to make the difference.
Nuno Espirito Santo: Lucas Paqueta will play vs Brighton
Paqueta was in hot water last weekend when he was needlessly sent off against Liverpool.
The Brazilian received two yellow cards in quick succession for dissent.
As a result, Paqueta received widespread backlash for his actions at the London Stadium, and there were questions about whether he would even be allowed back into the starting XI after the he served his suspension.
“It’s ridiculous behaviour” ❌
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) November 30, 2025
Lucas Paquetá is SENT OFF for talking himself into a second booking. pic.twitter.com/Hgjy7kBck3
However, Nuno has since confirmed that the Brazilian international will play against Brighton.
He confirmed in his press conference to The Standard on 5 December: “Yes. He is going to play.”
In other news, Summerville is closing in on a return afte missing the last few matchs.
Summerville has been out with a calf strain, which saw him miss West Ham’s 2-2 draw with Bournemouth after the international break.
Now, ahead of the Brighton clash, Nuno has confirmed that he hopes the winger will be back in action soon.
He said: “Crysencio hopefully returns soon. We miss him. We know what he gives to the team. Let’s see. We need all the players. I hope he can be back.”
West Ham’s record against Brighton explained
In recent years, West Ham have had a terrible record against Brighton.
In their last 16 meetings, the Hammers have only won once, a 3-1 victory at the American Express Stadium back in August 2023.
While most clashes have ended in draws in this run, four of the last seven meetings have ended in a Brighton victory.
Now, Nuno will be hoping that the return of Paqueta can end this trend once and for all.
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