Burton have a slight doubt over versatile Aaron Webster because of the calf injury he sustained in the win over Southend last time out.Defender Tony James is likely to miss out with a persistent hamstring injury, while midfielder Bryan Hughes could finally make his Brewers debut.
Shrewsbury could give a debut to on-loan Manchester City midfielder Andrew Tutte after he shook off a back strain.
Full-back Dave Raven is also available after overcoming a slight hip problem.
Burton boss Paul Peschisolido told BBC Radio Derby: "It's been a few weeks without a game but fortunately it hasn't disrupted our training and the lads are desperate for a game.
"It's a big game for us and then we go to Port Vale and we've almost forgotten about our FA Cup tie against Middlesbrough.
"The squad and the wage bill is at the maximum so we can't bring anyone in until we move others on."
Source: BBC Sport
Source: BBC Sport