Derby forward Tom Lawrence unlikely to be risked against Bristol City
Posted Friday, December 21, 2018 by PA
Derby are likely to be without Tom Lawrence when they host Bristol City.
The forward suffered an ankle ligament injury during the second half of Monday’s goalless draw with Nottingham Forest.
Joe Ledley will take a step towards a first-team return when he makes his comeback from a hip problem for the Under-23 side against Manchester United on Thursday night.
Fellow midfielder Bradley Johnson remains unavailable as he serves the fourth game of a five-match ban.
Bristol City boss Lee Johnson might make one or two changes for what is the first of four games in 11 days for his team.
Bailey Wright is fit again after a thigh injury and the defender, who was on the bench against Norwich, may make his first appearance of the season.
Niclas Eliasson is an option in midfield for the Robins, who arrive at Pride Park Stadium unbeaten in four Championship outings.
Goalkeeper Frank Fielding is back full training after illness but Matty Taylor (hip), Korey Smith (knee) and Liam Walsh (knee) are not yet ready to return.
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