Jordan keen to get Cook-ing

Carlisle's new loan signing Jordan Cook is expected to go straight into manager Greg Abbott's plans for the home game with Walsall.

Striker Cook, 21, joined the Cumbrians on loan from Sunderland on Monday and is likely to start on the bench, with in-form Francois Zoko resuming up front alongside Lee Miller.

Abbott has no new injury or suspension problems as his side look to climb into the top six.

Midfielder Chris Chantler, a recent permanent signing from Manchester City, is pushing for his first start after making his debut as a substitute last time out against Orient.

Winger Andy Welsh was an unused substitute in that game after a three-month lay-off due to a calf injury and is also hoping to feature.

Defender Stephen O'Halloran (knee) and strikers Rory Loy (broken leg) and Craig Curran (knee) remain long-term absentees as Abbott's side look to extend their unbeaten league run to eight matches.