Port Vale will again be without Jamie Proctor for the Sky Bet League Two clash with Walsall.

Forward Proctor has not played since October 16 due to a hernia problem and, although he is nearing a return, the game will come too soon.

Defender Nathan Smith is available again after suspension, but striker James Wilson is sidelined by a broken foot.

Walsall will welcome back defender Hayden White.

White missed Saturday’s goalless draw with Rochdale after serving a one-match ban for picking up five yellow cards.

Liam Kinsella is pushing for a start after coming off the bench on Saturday on his return from injury.

Rory Holden (knee) and Zak Mills remain on the sidelines.