Nigel Clough facing keeper crisis ahead of Sunderland clash

Burton boss Nigel Clough is facing a goalkeeping crisis as he prepares for Sunderland’s League One visit to the Pirelli Stadium.

Loan signing Brad Collins is out for up to six weeks after having a scan on a thigh strain suffered in the 1-1 draw at Accrington last Saturday back at parent club Chelsea.

With Stephen Bywater already sidelined by a shoulder problem, Clough may look to do a short-term deal, although 22-year-old Harry Campbell, who replaced Collins at the weekend, could yet be handed a first league start against the Black Cats.

The Brewers also have concerns over Jake Buxton, Damien McCrory, John Brayford and David Templeton, but Stephen Quinn is closing in on full match fitness.

Sunderland manager Jack Ross has a slight doubt over midfielder Dylan McGeouch.

McGeouch is one of three men who have been hampered by minor injuries this week, although Jack Baldwin and Denver Hume have since resumed training.

Republic of Ireland midfielder Aiden McGeady is close to a return from the calf problem he suffered in pre-season, leaving only Duncan Watmore on the long-term casualty list.

However, midfielder Max Power will be missing once again as he serves the second instalment of a three-match ban following his red card against Oxford.