Bolton Wanderers vs Derby County preview - Freedman facing squad dilemma

Bolton boss Dougie Freedman must decide which of his players impressed enough during midweek to keep their spot in the starting line-up against Derby.

Wanderers performed admirably in a 2-1 Capital One Cup loss to Premier League giants Chelsea on Wednesday night, with the likes of Medo Kamara, Jermaine Beckford and debutant Chris Herd all giving Freedman food for thought.

The Scot will probably recall Jay Spearing, Tim Ream, Joe Mason and Kevin McNaughton, though, while Max Clayton, who was an unused substitute at Stamford Bridge, will hope to make his Bolton debut.

Goalkeeper Adam Bogdan (finger), David Wheater (back) and Marc Tierney (broken leg) still occupy the sidelines for Freedman's team.

Derby will make changes at the Macron Stadium.

Rams head coach Steve McClaren swapped six players for the Capital One Cup tie with Reading but, after a 2-0 victory against the Royals, not all of them are likely to return to the starting line-up on Saturday.

Jordon Ibe impressed in midweek on his first start for the club and the on-loan Liverpool forward could be one of those to keep the shirt, likewise Ryan Shotton in central defence. However, goalkeeper Lee Grant and last season's top scorer Chris Martin are certain to be recalled.

Centre-back Jake Buxton is still struggling with a hip problem and will remain out along with Jeff Hendrick, although the latter could return from his dislocated shoulder next week.