Blackpool's strongest starting XI and bench currently available to Steve Bruce

Blackpool take on Salford City in their penultimate pre-season friendly of the summer.

The Seasiders have already taken on AFC Fylde and West Brom in front of fans this month, as well as behind-closed-doors contests with Accrington Stanley and Fleetwood Town.

Saturday meeting with Baggies saw a number of players step up their work load, and feature for the majority of the match.

Niall Ennis and Jordan Brown were both on target for Steve Bruce’s side in the 2-1 victory, but an injury blow to CJ Hamilton dampened the mood.

With Rob Apter departing last week, Blackpool now find themselves short on the wings, as well as up front.

Here’s a look at the strongest Seasiders XI and bench that is currently available to Bruce ahead of the trip to the Peninsula Stadium:

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