Keshi Anderson could come into contention after getting 60 minutes under his belt for the development squad on Tuesday.
But having not played since the start of November, the 27-year-old is unlikely to feature from the start.
Elsewhere, Lewis Fiorini and Ian Poveda will both be hoping to be involved after being left out against Burnley last week.
Aside from that, the picture looks pretty similar on the injury front with Marvin Ekpiteta, Charlie Goode, Kevin Stewart, Liam Bridcutt, Tom Trybull, Shayne Lavery and Jake Beesley all sidelined.
With that in mind, here’s how we think the Seasiders could line up on Saturday...
7. CM - Callum Connolly
Since moving slightly forward into midfield, Connolly has added some much-needed bite in the middle of the park. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
8. CM - Kenny Dougall
The Aussie will have to be careful as he's only one booking away from receiving a two-match ban. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
9. RW - Josh Bowler
Bowler might have a fight on his hands to start with the likes of Ian Poveda, CJ Hamilton and Morgan Rogers all pushing for one of the winger's spots. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
10. LW - Luke Garbutt
McCarthy has praised Garbutt for his displays since being brought into the team on the left-hand side of midfield. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
11. CAM - Sonny Carey
Carey did well playing just off Jerry Yates last week, a role he could replicate on Saturday. Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
12. ST - Jerry Yates
Jerry will be desperate to end his goal drought, having not scored in the league since October. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth