This is the team the PT would pick if Ward is absent.
We’ve gone for a 4-3-3 formation as there is no obvious right wing-back replacement for Ward.
5. JOE TOMLINSON
It's noted that Tomlinson is not playing for Posh under 21s on Friday so there's a good chance he will be involved at Bolton. He gets the nod to start at left-back from us as Harrison Burrows has struggled at wing-back so playing him completely out of position as a full-back would be a risk. Photo: Joe Dent
6. JEANDO FUCHS
The combative midfielder was a surprising omission against Fleetwood and he will definitely be needed to break up the passing of a slick Bolton side. Photo: Joe Dent
7. JACK TAYLOR
We're banking on a return to form after a poor Tuesday game for this midfielder. Photo: Joe Dent
8. BEN THOMPSON
Mobility and aggression will be needed at Bolton and Ben Thompson can provide it along with Fuchs. Photo: Joe Dent/theposh.com