The Tigers also hope to include Kevin Kilbane, who withdrew from the Republic of Ireland squad in midweek due to a back injury.
Manager Nigel Pearson has doubts over on-loan Liverpool defender Daniel Ayala, Liam Rosenior and Paul McShane (all hamstring), although the latter has returned to full training.
Striker Caleb Folan (knee) is still out as are long-term absentees Craig Fagan and Jimmy Bullard.
The Tigers clinched their first win in nine league matches at Preston last week and are now chasing their first home success since a 2-0 win over Derby on September 14.
They have lost three and drawn two of their last five games at the KC Stadium.
Source: PA
Source: PA