City will field an inexperienced defence. Danny Mills (shin) has recovered, while David Sommeil's calf injury is not as bad as first feared, but both will be rested, along with fellow defender Richard Dunne.
Midfielder Trevor Sinclair is out of contention, but Kevin Keegan is likely to reshuffle his other midfield options.
Meanwhile, Robbie Fowler and David James are set to return to the side after being rested for the 3-1 win at Wolves on Friday.