Shrewsbury could receive a timely injury boost later this week with Craig Disley's return to training.

The midfielder was expected to be out for another week or more as he completed his recovery from Grade One damage to knee ligaments sustained at Accrington towards the end of August.

But signs are believed to be good for the 28-year-old to join in with his team-mates towards the end of this week, although Paul Simpson will not risk Disley's early return if he is not 100% fit.

Lewis Neal could also join his team-mate having failed a late fitness test on his groin prior to Saturday's 2-0 victory over Crewe.