Henchoz misses Ewood return

29-year-old Henchoz, who has become increasingly injury-prone in recent months, sustained an ankle injury during Switzerland's defeat in Russia this past Wednesday and will now miss his third consecutive Premiership game.

Igor Biscan, an impressive performer in the Reds' 3-0 derby success at Goodison Park two weeks ago, is expected to deputise alongside Sami Hyypia once more this Saturday.