Connor Ogilvie has recovered from a groin problem to declare himself available for Saturday’s visit of Carlisle as the in-form Blues seek to cement their place at the top of League One.
However, Marlon Pack, Tom Lowery, Josh Dockerill and Anthony Scully remain on the treatment table – and John Mousinho delivers the latest update on how they are faring...
5. Marlon Pack - Damaged ligaments in left ankle
John Mousinho said: ‘He is progressing really well and hopefully is going to be out on the grass next week, then we are probably looking at three weeks after that.
‘We have got to be careful with ligament injuries, as with any other injuries, but make sure that we build him up properly. ‘Marlon is always raring to go, he’s a really, really fit lad anyway, so we have to make sure we manage him carefully, while we have plenty of games left in the season.
‘First of all when he is back out on the grass it won’t be with us, he has got to build up into full training - and then we’re probably looking at a week to 10 days before he’s back into full training .
‘It was a significant injury and it’s easy to forget that it happened at Wigan, which has flown by, so he’s had a bit of time to recover and recoup.' Photo: Jason Brown
6. Connor Ogilvie - Fit and available after groin strain
Now back in training and available for selection for Saturday’s visit of Carlisle to Fratton Park.
Had been sidelined after collecting a groin injury during last month’s 3-2 win at Barnsley, forcing him off in the second half and ruling him out for the next five matches.
Ogilvie will now compete with Jack Sparkes for the left-back role, although will most likely have to settle for a place on the bench on Saturday. Photo: Jason Brown