Ben Sheaf (groin) is back in full training while George Thomasson (thigh) and Max Cleworth (hamstring) took part in some of today's session, but Nathan Broadhead (thigh), Josh Windass (ankle) and LIbby Cacace (calf) are further behind the trio.

"Sheafo was back in full training today, Tommo and Max did part of the session so a huge lift for everybody to see those boys out there," said the Reds' boss.

"It really thickens up the numbers in the squad and it's a good start getting those lads back on the training pitch.

"Josh has got a boot on to protect his ankle at the moment, but I think that comes off at the weekend and then Kevin (Mulholland) and his team can then really start assessing the ankle and look to progress Josh.

"Brody is out on the grass still doing his fitness work, the next stage for him is striking the ball because it was a thigh injury but Libby is in the gym at the moment, that's more of a long-term injury."