Donnelly could make debut against MK Dons

Date published: 25/01/2008

New signing Martin Donnelly, on loan from Sheffield United for the rest of the season, could make his debut against  League Two leaders MK Dons but boss Keith Hill will check on the condition of defender Lee Crooks.

Crooks has missed the last four games due to illness but may come back into contention to boost an in-form Dale side.

Striker Chris Dagnall is gradually returning to fitness following surgery on damaged cruciate knee ligaments.

Otherwise, Hill should have no other concerns as his team seek to continue their rich run of form which has seen them go unbeaten away from home since the opening day of the season.