The Foxes posted an impressive 3-1 win against West Ham United in Van Nistelrooy's first Premier League game in charge in midweek, with captain Jamie Vardy, Bilal El Khannouss and Patson Daka all finding the target.

However, with Leicester still only four points clear of safety with 13 points from 14 matches, the former Netherlands and Manchester United striker hinted at incomings during the winter transfer window.

"There were conversations about it before I signed. We said that there is no rush to do things and I agree with that," Van Nistelrooy said ahead of the Brighton game.

"The squad we have is getting all of the chances to prove themselves over this month. There is time after that to make a good assessment and we make a decision in January."

Meanwhile, Brighton is gunning for the UEFA Champions League places, sitting fifth with 23 points.

Despite a 3-1 defeat to Fulham in their last game, Fabian Hurzeler's side is only five points behind second-placed Chelsea.

Hurzeler, who will return to the Brighton dugout after serving a touchline suspension, acknowledged that Leicester will be a tough challenge for his side.

"They have quality, they play good football. They were very effective against West Ham. It will be interesting to see where they are," the 31-year-old German said.

"They have had a good start [under Van Nistelrooy] so it is up to us to break that up and get back the points we lost against Fulham."

Danny Welbeck, who has scored four league goals against Leicester, is an injury doubt for Brighton, while the Foxes will be without Facundo Buonanotte, with the loanee not eligible to face his parent club. 

"Facundo is doing a great job with Leicester, he is developing well. He works hard, and he has big potential," Hurzeler said.