By Craig Hope

CHRIS Hughton will welcome back Fabricio Coloccini for Saturday's trip to Swansea City.

The Argentine has sat out of the last two games with a hamstring problem but, as boss Hughton told nufcTV following Tuesday's defeat at Derby County, he expects the centre-back to return at the Liberty Stadium.

"Fabricio will be fine for Swansea," he revealed.

"That's a boost because he has been a consistent performer this season."

Hughton also revealed that Ryan Taylor, who missed the 3-0 reverse at Pride Park with a slight hamstring strain, will also be fit for the weekend trip to Wales.

However, Nicky Butt (thigh) will remain absent.