Here's how our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling would like to see Pools line up in order to accommodate another striker in their team.
1. Goalkeeper: George Evans
The Millwall loanee has kept three successive away clean sheets but will have his work cut out on Tuesday night against league leaders Rochdale. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Centre-back: Jack Hunter
In order to accommodate two strikers in their side, Pools could well be tempted to revert to a back three. While their defensive options look set to become a lot stronger ahead of the imminent return of the influential Reiss McNally, Pools are likely to have to make do without the former Kidderminster man for a while longer yet. With that in mind, Nicky Featherstone could turn to the resurgent Jack Hunter, who has been a regular in midfield since he took over. Although not the most physically imposing, many of the 28-year-old's best games for Pools have come in defence. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Centre-back: Maxim Kouogun
The Irishman has been outstanding under Nicky Featherstone, starting all of the last 10 games, and was one of only a couple of players to emerge with any real credit from Boxing Day's defeat to Scunthorpe. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Centre-back: Cameron John
Impressive as skipper Tom Parkes has been under Nicky Featherstone, the veteran was at fault for Scunthorpe's second goal on Friday and is beginning to look like he needs a rest. John, who himself was criticised by Featherstone for a careless challenge that conceded a penalty on Boxing Day, has spent most of his time at left-back under the new boss but is renowned for his versatility and has looked really comfortable at centre-half whenever he's been asked to play there. Photo: Frank Reid