Team News: Johnson's latest on McFadzean and Stewart

Lee Johnson has given a fitness update ahead of Saturday's return to Milton Keynes Dons.

The Head Coach firstly delivered the latest on Callum McFadzean, who limped off with a groin issue during the first half of Tuesday's Papa John's Trophy win at Stadium MK.

"We're going to try and get Callum more rest, so I would say he'll be unfit for Saturday," Johnson said.

"We have at least three players fit and in the squad who can play in that position.

"Flanno [Tom Flanagan] can play there and gives us additional height, Dion [Sanderson] has played there this season too, and of course we have Jake [Vokins] who has just come into the group."

Having secured the capture of Ross Stewart last weekend, Johnson confirmed that whilst the striker is nearing full fitness for a potential debut, it is unlikely to be an option for around another week.

"I want us to be extra careful with Ross - his game style is one of running, and he's worried about his hamstring.

"We want him to have that psychological confidence that comes with recovering from an injury like his.

"Barring any disasters, he'll likely be out of Shrewsbury on Tuesday too - all being well, we'll be looking to bring him in the weekend after."

 

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