Colchester Saturday

This is going to be a massive game for us and will be a real test especially as Colchester have just appointed Aidy Bothroyd as their new manager. With Jaidi signing we have strengthened the centre of defence and Mills may finally return from injury to give us an option on the left of midfield. The new striker will probably play up front if Pardew really rates him as well. Presumably AP will go with this team:

Davis
Thomas Trotman Jaidi Harding
Mellis James Hammond Lallana
Lambert N'Diaye

Dont disagree with defence line up, I would prefer Sneiderlin to start in place of Mellis but as on loan from Chelsea expect Mellis to start but also think AP will start Saga up front with new guy on the bench. His presence may just fire up Saga and if he does have pace might be more effective 2nd half.

Doesn't this all depend on permits

Pemitsfor Papa seems to be likely but not Jaidi. No Saga tomorrow didnt realise he is on international duty! In which case think same as last week with papa on bench, assuming permit with patterson starting.