Albion could be boosted by another injury blow for an England international rival.
Jose Mourinho has ruled defender Phil Jones out of Manchester United's game against Newcastle tomorrow due to a thigh problem aggravated in the Wembley friendly draw against Germany last week.
But star duo Paul Pogba and Zlatan Ibrahimovic are back in the United squad after long-term injuries.
Albion go to Old Trafford five days after Stoke's Monday night visit to the Amex.
Stoke's England goalkeeper Jack Butland misses the clash with the Seagulls after breaking a finger on international duty.
England newcomer Ruben Loftus-Cheek is a doubt for Crystal Palace's game against Everton tomorrow with a back spasm suffered in Tuesday's draw against Brazil.
The on-loan Chelsea midfielder should be fine for Palace's trip to the Amex at the end of the month.
Former Liverpool striker Christian Benteke is back in the frame for Albion's arch-rivals after seven weeks out injured.
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