Hurzeler poised for big decision - and it looks like Webster gets the nod
But there are indications Adam Webster could keep his place at home to Liverpool.
Webster returned to the side in place of skipper Lewis Dunk at Wolves and was involved in a clean sheet for the sixth time in 2025.
Dunk was said to have a minor hamstring issue but, along with Joel Veltman, is available again for Monday's game (8pm).
Albion boss Hurzeler said: 'Of course it won't be an easy decision but Lewis wasn't able to train some days so he's not on his highest physical level.
'Therefore, Adam deserved to play and Adam will deserve to play the next game.
'Then I always say it's competition and they are both leaders, they are both important players on the pitch and beside the pitch for me.
'And, like I always emphasise, it's important from our skipper.
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'No matter if Lewis will start or not start, he will be in the squad and he has an impact on our team by his authority, by his experience, by his voice. So, I'm happy that he's in the squad and let's see if he can get some game time.'
Kaoru Mitroma is a doubt for the Liverpool game and the fixtures comes too soon for Georginio Rutter.
But Joao Pedro has now completed a three-match ban.
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