Groves ponders attacking changes

Bournemouth boss Paul Groves may shuffle his attacking options when they host Preston.

Groves is without three strikers but still named five in the squad that drew 1-1 with MK Dons in midweek. Lewis Grabban and Lee Barnard started the match but midfielder Harry Arter was replaced by veteran forward Steve Fletcher at half-time to take advantage of his abilities in the air. And the 40-year-old could be in line for a starting place after making a full recovery from a dead leg. Matt Tubbs and Wes Thomas were also on the bench while Charlie Sheringham, Josh McQuoid and Frank Demouge all remain sidelined through injury. Summer signing Richard Hughes is nearing full fitness and may be included amongst the substitutes.