Liddle missed Friday's disappointing draw at Tranmere because of a groin strain, while fellow defender Austin limped out of the action with a back injury.

Ben Clark is expected to carry on in the heart of the defence if Liddle is ruled out, with Leon McSweeney deputising for Austin at full-back.

Turner could recall striker Adam Boyd to his starting line-up at St Mary's, with Pools in desperate need of a win as they look to boost their chances of survival.

They are currently just two points clear of the relegation zone and were beaten 3-1 by Southampton the last time the two sides met.

Source: Team Talk