The Clarets know they must realistically claim three points if they’re to stand any chance of avoiding relegation when they take on a Hatters side that sit four points ahead of them in the table, albeit still in the bottom three.
Jordan Beyer, Hjalmar Ekdal, Charlie Taylor and Lyle Foster are all doubts for the game, but Vincent Kompany opted to keep his cards close to his chest when asked about their availability during yesterday’s press conference.
With that in mind, here’s how we predict the Clarets might line up:
With that in mind, here’s how we predict the Clarets might line up:
5. LB - Hannes Delcroix
He's been excellent stepping in at centre-back in recent games, but he might be required at full-back if Charlie Taylor doesn't make it. Photo: Marc Atkins
6. CM - Josh Brownhill
After starting on the bench in the cup, Brownhill should come straight back into the starting XI. Photo: Lewis Storey
7. CM - Sander Berge
Should come straight back into the fold after serving his one-match suspension in the cup. Photo: Matt McNulty
8. RW - Johann Gudmundsson
JBG offers a bit more solidity on the wing, but Mike Tresor will be waiting in the wings if Kompany wants more directness. Photo: James Gill