Speaking at Friday’s press conference, Eddie Howe hinted that Bruno Guimaraes could make his return from a hamstring injury, having had his comeback delayed by a bout of mumps.
“Yeah, there is a chance. We’ve seen him in training. He’s pushing really, really hard to be back involved. I think the medical team are trying to hold him back… I say hold him back, there’s always that tug because the player wants desperately to play. I love that about Bruno, always have done. He’s desperate to help the team, especially in this moment.
“I’ll make a decision based on what I see today in training but there’s a possibility.” – Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes’ chances of playing
However, Fabian Schar (ankle/foot) and Emil Krafth (knee) remain out.
Joelinton now has to serve a two-match ban, too, after he picked up his 10th booking of the season last weekend.