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George Friend set for Birmingham return against QPR

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George Friend could return for against on Friday night.

The defender has been battling a hamstring problem but played for ‘ development side earlier this week.

Gary Gardner, Przemyslaw Placheta, Nico Gordon and Marc Roberts remain out.

Boss John Eustace has admitted he may have to rest Harlee Dean ahead of a hectic spell.

Chris Willock is expected to be available for QPR’s trip to St Andrew’s.

The forward had been battling a hamstring injury but boss , who turned down a move to this month, is hopeful he will return.

Jimmy Dunne is still recovering from a knee injury he suffered against earlier this month.

Striker Tyler Roberts, on loan from , has missed the last two games but has returned to training.

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