Blackpool squad news V Rotherham United: One out, two doubtful and one in contention for South Yorkshire trip
Blackpool head to Rotherham this evening looking to get their league form back on track.
Blackpool return to League One action with a meeting away to Rotherham United this evening.
The Seasiders head to the New York Stadium looking to get their league form back on track, after only managing one point in their last three outings.
Ian Evatt’s side will be hoping to build on their 4-1 victory over Carlisle United in the second round of the FA Cup on Sunday evening.
The return of several players will also act as a boost heading into the festive period.
Danny Imray and Josh Bowler were both introduced off the bench against the Cumbrians, while Albie Morgan was also fit enough to be named among the substitutes.
Here’s the latest squad news:
Dale Taylor
Dale Taylor has returned to training this week, having been out of action since the beginning of October due to a hamstring injury.
The summer arrival from Nottingham Forest will be assessed ahead of the Rotherham game, and could be considered for the matchday squad.
If the trip to the New York Stadium does come too soon for the striker, then Saturday’s home game against Lincoln City isn’t too far behind.
Niall Ennis
Niall Ennis is still behind his teammates who have recently returned to action, but could be back in training in the next few weeks.
The striker has been out since the Seasiders’ away meeting with Bradford City at the end of September due to an achilles problem.
Emil Hansson
Emil Hansson was forced off at half time on Sunday afternoon due to a calf problem.
His withdrawal was nothing more than a precaution and he could be back this evening; if not he should be fine for Saturday.
Michael Ihiekwe
Michael Ihiekwe is set to return to Blackpool’s matchday squad after missing the club’s last two games.
The defender’s previous outing was a disappointing display against Reading, with the Royals coming away from Bloomfield Road with a 3-0 victory.
Discussing the ex-Rotherham United man’s recent absence, Evatt said: “There’s a slight issue with him - it’s not anything that has happened recently; it’s something that he’s managing for a long time.
“We felt like we could let it settle down a little bit and freshen him back up so then he’s ready for the big games coming up.”
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