Speaking of the chances of Magilton playing in the match to the Official Club Website, Royle said: "Jim has done some work today and we will have another look at him on Friday but hopefully he will clear for Preston."
Youngsters Aidan Collins and Scott Mitchell keep their place in the squad, whilst Shane Supple returns to the bench as the substitute keeper after missing last weeks clash with Watford due to a foot problem.
Full Squad: Price, Supple, Diallo, Wilnis, Richards, Mitchell, Naylor, De Vos, Collins, Horlock, Magilton, Miller, Westlake, Bent, Bowditch, Kuqi, Counago.