Juan who will not be playing

Jimmy suspended

The on loan Frenchman has been touted as the next Jim Magilton by some members of the local media and has been a revelation since entering the first-team fray but Joe Royle will have to replace him for the clash with Leeds, as he serves a one match suspension.

The defensive midfielder picked up a caution for a foul on Southampton's attacking full-back, Danny Higginbottom, in the first half.

Town have many other options in midfield at present though and Juan's absence shouldn't cause Royle too many sleepless nights.

Veteran Kevin Horlock, who was told earlier in the month that he was free to look for a new club in the January transfer window, could find himself back in the side, if Royle wants to replace Juan with another defensive midfielder.

Horlock in line for recall?

Town's two goal hero from Satuday, Alan Lee, could also miss the game through a suspension. Lee was booked in the second half at St Mary's and believes that it takes him to five cards for the season. However, confirmation for a ban is yet to reach Portman Road from the FA headquarters.