Nigel Pearson admits George Tanner could be back in contention for first-team action after the Easter period following back-to-back performances in the Under-23s.
There were also positive updates on midfielders Andy King and Callum O'Dowda but the manager admitted defender Tomas Kalas is unlikely to feature again this season.
Tanner made his comeback from a hamstring injury picked up against Queens Park Rangers at the end of December in the U23's draw with Watford last week - earning 45 minutes before being taken off.
