Colchester will check on Cole Skuse ahead of their League Two clash with Port Vale on Saturday.

The veteran midfielder had to be substituted after only 23 minutes against Leyton Orient on Tuesday after picking up an injury.

Emyr Huws came on to replace him and could come into the starting line-up if Skuse is not available.

Defender Ryan Clampin (knee) remains a long-term absentee.

Port Vale are monitoring James Gibbons.

The defender, who has recently recovered from a hamstring injury, was left limping by a heavy tackle late on against Harrogate in midweek.

Jamie Proctor could return after being rested for the match on Tuesday as Vale ease him back following a tendon problem.

Tom Conlon has not played since mid-January because of an Achilles issue.