Southend manager Paul Sturrock is hopeful summer signings Bilel Mohsni and Adam Bouzid will receive international clearance in time to be considered for the trip to Aldershot.
Centre-back Mohsni and midfielder Bouzid have been unable to feature for the Blues since arriving at the club but could get the go-ahead from the French and Moroccan federations respectively.
The club`s only injury concern is left-back Peter Gilbert, who looks set to sit out once again with an ankle injury sustained against Derby during pre-season.
Fellow defender Sean Clohessy returns after missing Tuesday`s Carling Cup triumph over Bristol City with a groin problem.
Southend will look to build on their cup triumph by securing their first league win of the season after last weekend`s 1-1 draw at home to Stockport.
Source: PA