Jonjo Shelvey is knocking on Eddie Howe's door to start their clash against Southampton at the weekend. But Howe may be cautious with the former Liverpool midfielder. Howe also has Elliot Anderson fit and in contention for the Saints clash.
Joelinton is suspended for the game but he was played further up the field against Aston Villa and that might mean a chance for Jacob Murphy. When asked if Shelvey was ready to step into midfield, Howe said: "Jonjo would probably say yes. He is certainly getting closer.
"This was his first full week of training. This is his second week of training so he is in a lot better place. Without that match exposure though. "We want to protect him from that and try to see him through to the World Cup break."
