Roy Keane says the Blues will definitely be without skipper David Norris, Grant Leadbitter and Gareth McAuley when they face Barnsley at Portman Road on Saturday (KO 3pm). The Town manager says he’s also unlikely to risk Darren O’Dea and Mark Kennedy, who are on their way back from injuries.
Loanee Gary Roberts will make his first home start since joining the Blues when Town face Sheffield Wednesday at Portman Road. Roberts made his full debut in last week s last gasp 1-0 defeat at Burnley.
Town have named midfielder Sammy Moore in the squad for Saturday s home game with Sheffield Wednesday. Also included is striker Jon Macken, who is over his hamstring problem.
Striker Billy Clarke looks set to keep his place in the Town starting line-up when the Blues take on Preston North End at Portman Road on Saturday. Jim Magilton is expected to return to the 4-4-2 formation which has seen Town win their last seven home games.