Vaughan is close to return

Fans favourite Lee Vaughan is set to hand AFC Telford a big boost by declaring himself fit for the weekend trip to Solihull Moors.

The 21-year-old has missed the last two outings because of a dead leg sustained in the recent 3-0 demolition of Worcester.

But assistant manager Larry Chambers today revealed the former Walsall youngster could be back in contention as the Bucks attempt to cement their position in the Blue Square North play-off positions.

"We will know more at training tomorrow but, at this stage, we are hopeful Lee will be ready for Saturday," he said.

Despite Steve Jagielka's impressive form at right wing-back, the return of Vaughan will be well received by the Bucks, who have been dogged by their fair share of defensive injury problems this term.

Indy Khela's long-term problem has led to Chambers and manager Rob Smith searching for defensive reinforcements.

They have seven days notice in for one mystery target, with Chambers saying he could be on board for this weekend.

Meanwhile, Jagielka, Justin Marsden, Gary Birch and Luke Reynolds all got match fitness under their belts last night - although not as much as they would have liked.

That quartet were the star attractions in the home reserve team clash with Burton, which was abandoned at half-time due to a waterlogged pitch after a combination of rain, sleet and snow in the opening period.

The visitors led 2-1 at the time - with Birch on the scoresheet for the Bucks - and Chambers said: "The lads will probably be disappointed not to get 90 minutes, but it was a very good run-out for them.

"Burton had three or four first-teamers and Nigel Clough (their manager) also played so they were very strong."