Bury boss Alan Knill has seen his side's injury problems ease ahead of their crunch home clash against leaders Rochdale on Monday night.

Striker Andy Bishop has been given the all-clear to train from Monday but the televised clash against Keith Hill's side will come too soon for him.

Bishop, who has been kept out with knee, groin and abductor muscle injuries, will be a major boost to the Shakers' promotion hopes when he is fully match fit.

Fellow frontman Danny Carlton has been sidelined with a long-term Achilles injury but he spent last week at Lilleshall and is now expected back in full training at the end of February.

Knill, who has no further injuries or suspensions, said: "The outcome of this match is not going to decide the season but both teams will want to win."