Reading defender Naby Sarr could miss the visit of Stoke in the Sky Bet Championship on Sunday.
The 29-year-old was substituted at half-time during the club’s 4-0 defeat at Sheffield United on Tuesday with a calf issue.
Scott Dann will not have a chance of featuring for Reading after injuring his hamstring while working towards being fully fit.
Yakou Meite and Ovie Ejaria remain on the long-term injury list for the Berkshire club.
Stoke could have Nick Powell available for the trip to Berkshire.
The 28-year-old midfielder has not played in any matches so far this season but is nearing a return after training on Friday.
Josh Laurent – who has not played since August 13 – is edging closer to a first team return.
Manager Alex Neil, who took charge on August 28, will be hoping for a first victory in only his second match in charge.
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