Fabian Hurzeler tells Pascal Gross to rest during break | OneFootball

Fabian Hurzeler aims to do what Arsenal and Manchester United could not, by telling Pascal Gross to take a breather during the international break.

“I’m not sure if that’s possible at 35 but I’m playing well. I feel really good at the moment. I can’t complain.” He told BBC Sport.

“I love it here. I really enjoy life in Brighton. I enjoy coming to the training ground every day with my team-mates and with the staff.”

Albion’s head coach intends to urge his midfield leader to switch off for a few days, though he expects the German will still be on the padel court or out running, a reflection of his relentless winning mentality.

Gross is not involved in Nations League matches after his stint with Germany ended with elimination from this summer’s World Cup.

The 35-year-old has covered 59.7km in the Premier League this season, second only to Everton’s 19-year-old Harrison Armstrong on 60.4km. Both also played 90 minutes in the Carabao Cup, and Gross has featured in two Conference League ties, putting him around 60 miles for the term.

He is joint top in the Premier League for assists with three, and also for goals plus assists, level on six with former team-mate Joao Pedro of Chelsea. His 15 chances created are the most in the division.

Source: TheArgus.co.uk

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