Left-back Andy Robertson could feature after a quicker than expected recovery from a calf injury that ruled him out of Hull's last four league games.
The Tigers have no fresh injury worries, while Adama Diomande is available again after suspension.
West Brom's Nacer Chadli could be back in contention after returning to training following minor knee surgery.
Ex-Hull goalkeeper Boaz Myhill remains out with an ankle injury, while Saido Berahino is not match fit.
MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES
Alistair Mann: "There seems a great similarity between this and Hull's last home match, when they faced Southampton at the beginning of the month.