ROCHDALE striker Jon Shaw has suffered a setback in his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury and is doubtful for the trip to Morecambe.

With Ipswich Town frontman Jordan Rhodes' loan spell coming to an end this week, it means Keith Hill may be tempted to dip into market once again for short-term cover.

"The possibility of extending Jordan's loan is still being assessed but we have other irons in the fire as well," he said.

"Jon's slight recurrence is annoying and every time I say he's going to be ready we seem to suffer a setback."

Lee Thorpe has started the last two games up front and looks set to continue with Chris Dagnall and Adam Le Fondre competing for the other spot.

Midfielder Clark Keltie is suspended, which means Ciaran Toner partnering Gary Jones in the centre of midfield.

Joe Thompson is available after illness ruled him out of last Friday night's 1-1 draw at Lincoln City.

Morecambe league form: DDDDL

Rochdale league form: DLWLD

Key opponent: Rene Howe - powerful forward can be a handufl

Prediction: Morecambe 1 Rochdale 2 - The Shrimpers took a hiding last time out and Dale should be able to capitalise

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