Middlesbrough defender Daniel Ayala is available after suspension, while Antonio Barragan has resumed training.
They could replace injured pair Calum Chambers and George Friend, but unsettled playmaker Gaston Ramirez will not be involved.
West Brom defender Jonny Evans is likely to miss a fourth successive game because of a calf injury.
Recent signing Jake Livermore awaits his full debut but is expected to be among the substitutes again.
MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES
Alistair Mann: "In the pack of clubs immediately above the drop zone, Middlesbrough's recent form of five league games without a win is genuine cause for concern.