Burton Albion FC vs Bury preview - Sherriff back for Burton

Shane Cansdell-Sherriff could return to the Burton squad against Bury.

The Australian centre-half tore a calf muscle against Tranmere on Boxing Day but he played for the reserve team this week and has a chance of being involved on Saturday.

However, there are doubts over fellow defender Kelvin Maynard (hip) and midfielder Matty Palmer, while winger Alex MacDonald (knee) is likely to miss out.

Adam McGurk is in contention for a first start since November. The 26-year-old marked his birthday last weekend with his first goal since September to rescue a point for Burton at York. His goal, but more importantly his overall performance, has put the forward firmly in the thoughts of Brewers boss Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.

Bury have been dealt a blow by the news that Ryan Lowe will be out for up to six weeks with a hamstring strain.

However, manager David Flitcroft has said that influential winger Danny Mayor will not be leaving the club after a string of impressive performances.

Defender Adam El-Abd is set to play the last game of his loan spell, although Flitcroft is hoping to extend the deal.

New signing Joe Riley impressed on his debut in Tuesday's win over Accrington and could make his first start in place of the struggling Kelvin Etuhu, who was taken off at half-time.