And there are reports that Ashley Cole is due to return at left back. With Sylvain Wiltord out, Ray Parlour is likely to come in on the right of a midfield completed by Vieira Edu and Freddie. Henry and Bergkamp will probably start up front but don't be surprised to see Jeffers at some point.

Despite ex-Tractor boy Richard Wright's decent performances in the FA Cup, David Seaman appears to be the keeper of choice in the league at the moment.

Yesterday, Liverpool and Man Utd both secured wins against teams who needed the points for themselves. Ipswich are the same.

Defender Mark Venus is struggling with a knee injury and faces a late test. Andy Marshall continues in goal as Wrighty's replacement Matteo Sereni is injured. Richard Naylor is back from a loan at Burnley. Marcus Stewart and Jermaine Wright are both injured and Jim Magilton is expected to miss the game because hsi son is ill.