Crewe Alexandra Boss Lee Bell will be boosted by the return of Club captain Luke Offord for the trip to Newport County.

The central defender, who has appeared for the Reds more than 150 times, was unfortunately shown a straight red in the 3-3 draw with Accrington Stanley and subsequently handed a two-game ban.

With a number of injuries to key members of the first-team this will be a welcomed return ahead of a tough test for the Railwaymen.

The Alex head to South Wales on Friday night (December, 29) looking to return to winning ways and tickets can be purchased here.