Lambert welcomes Vaughan return

Paul Lambert could welcome striker James Vaughan back to his first team as he attempts to carry the Norwich fairytale into the FA Cup.

The Norwich boss will take the opportunity of a fourth round encounter against West Brom at the Hawthorns to rest some of the squad who have worked such wonders in the Premier League this season.

It means Vaughan could play some part after making a goalscoring return for the reserves in midweek after being sidelined for four months with a knee injury.

Lambert said: "We'll mix it up a little bit. Some lads might need a break, they've been going week in and week out for us. I still think we have a side to go and win. I don't have any problem with changing the side. I have a group of lads who can adapt to it.

"I don't view any team I put out as being weaker. I've got great trust in the lads I play. We want to get through. We don't want a replay. We want to get the game finished tomorrow whether we win or lose."

The possible return of former Everton star Vaughan, in particular, gives Lambert another attacking weapon to support Grant Holt and fellow striker Steve Morison. "A fully-fit James Vaughan will be a handful for anybody," Lambert said. "He has a good pedigree. He's an aggressive lad and probably his over-enthusiasm has caused him injuries. Get him fit and he'll be a big asset to us."