Howe sweating over Marney

24 April 2011 20:01
Burnley manager Eddie Howe is waiting on the fitness of midfielder Dean Marney for his side's encounter with Portsmouth.

The former Tottenham midfielder missed Saturday's 4-2 victory over Derby with a knock sustained in last Tuesday's clash with Middlesbrough.

Even if he can prove his fitness, Marney may well have to settle for a place on the bench given the Clarets' impressive performance last time out.

Midfielder Marvin Bartley will definitely return after completing his three-match ban at the weekend.

Chris McCann is certain to play again after scoring in his first start since September 2009 against the Rams.

Strikers Charlie Austin and Martin Paterson remain sidelined as eighth-placed Burnley step up their efforts to secure a play-off berth.

Source: PA