Blackpool squad news V Port Vale: Four out and one doubtful for huge clash

Blackpool take on Port Vale at Bloomfield Road this evening.

The Seasiders currently sit 21st in the League One table, with just 38 points coming their way in 37 outings heading into their final nine matches.

On Saturday afternoon, Ian Evatt’s side suffered a 2-1 defeat away to Doncaster Rovers, as their underwhelming form since the turn of the year continued.

Despite moving away from a wing-back system to a 4-2-3-1, there was no change of fortune performance-wise, but it could still be an alteration the Blackpool boss sticks with.

There is of course no Michael Obafemi for the remainder of the season, with the striker’s loan spell being brought to an early conclusion due to injury, just like Kamarl Grant at the end of January.

Here’s the latest squad news:

Fraser Horsfall

Fraser Horsfall will miss tonight’s game through suspension after being sent off for two bookable offences at the weekend, but Michael Ihiekwe is set to ready to replace him despite missing the last two games due to his ongoing toe problem.

Albie Morgan

Albie Morgan is out for the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on an ankle injury last month.

Ryan Finnigan (Doubt)

Ryan Finnigan was added to Blackpool’s list of absentees last month, with the midfielder picking up an ankle injury against Huddersfield Town.

The ex-Southampton youngster has recently returned to training and could return to contention soon.

Andy Lyons

Andy Lyons is currently out with achilles issue, and isn’t expected back until next month, but should return before the season is over.

Dale Taylor

On what was his first start since October following a lengthy spell on the sidelines, Dale Taylor was forced off after just six minutes against Doncaster Rovers on Boxing Day.

The striker has since undergone surgery on a metatarsal injury, and is set to return to training this week - with a view of returning against either Cardiff City or Burton Albion.

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