Defender Baily Cargill could go straight into the Gillingham squad for Sunday's Sky Bet League One game at home to Sheffield United - live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 2pm - after completing a loan move from Bournemouth.
Midfielder Jamie O'Hara played the second half of the midweek Checkatrade Trophy defeat at home against Luton, so could be in contention for a first start since signing from Fulham.
Defender Ryan Jackson has resumed training following a groin problem, so will be assessed, while summer signing Scott Wagstaff is also set to step up his rehabilitation from a calf problem.
Bradley Garmston and Aaron Morris (both knee) are still sidelined, while midfielder Lee Martin is a long-term absentee after suffering a serious ankle injury in pre-season.
Sheffield United's new recruits Caolan Lavery, Ethan Ebanks-Landell and Daniel Lafferty are hoping to make their debuts for the club.
Striker Lavery joined from city rivals Sheffield Wednesday for an undisclosed fee this week, while defenders Ebanks-Landell and Lafferty were deadline-day arrivals on loan from Wolves and Burnley respectively.
John Fleck returned to the starting line-up in the midweek Checkatrade Trophy clash with Leicester following a calf strain and should be available for a return to league action.
Kieran Wallace and striker Marc McNulty have moved out on loan to Fleetwood and Bradford respectively.
Don't miss Gillingham v Sheffield United live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 2pm on Sunday.