Martin Carruthers is also likely to have to settle for a substitute role, with the Paul Hayes/Bob Taylor partnership up front again the prefered option.
United desperately need three points, but the Swans are equally in need as they battle to avoid relegation to the Nationwide Conference.
They are one point above Carlisle United who occupy the final relegation spot, although the Brunton Park club enjoy two games in hand over Swansea.
Key player for Swansea at the moment is Spanish midfielder Roberto Martinez, one of the famous `Three Amigos` who began their career in England with Wigan Athletic a few years ago.