With Flynn Downes also a doubt, out-of-favour Joe Aribo will surely return to the matchday squad, but whether he starts is a different question.

After four games without a win, Southampton must beat Preston to avoid further pressure on Still, who has picked up 12 points from his first 12 games.

Here's how we anticipate Southampton will lineup against Paul Heckingbottom's side, who sit seventh in the Championship, at St Mary's...

Saints boss Will Still has a decision to make in midfield this afternoon. (Image: Stuart Martin)

Goalkeeper

Despite Gavin Bazunu's attacking heroics for the under-21s against Real Madrid, Alex McCarthy will keep his spot between the sticks.

The former England international could soon lose his position, as Bazunu did earlier this season, if he continues to concede too many goals. Still has already been ruthless with his keepers.

Alex McCarthy of Southampton during their 2-1 defeat at Blackburn. (Image: Matt Watson/Southampton FC)

Defenders

Still admitted he will not yet switch to a back four, even with Mads Roerslev back to full fitness. He will start on the...