The former Southend striker, who has been operating on the right wing recently, is still suffering from a back complaint despite having a pain-killing injection prior to last weekend's clash with Sheffield Wednesday.
Manager Chris Coleman has no fresh injury or suspension worries ahead of the clash at the Madejski Stadium.
Chris Hussey is pushing for a starting berth after coming off the bench to grab what seemed to be an all-important equaliser against Derby on Saturday, only for the goal to be chalked off after the linesman raised his flag.
The Sky Blues are currently behind Reading on goal difference, although Brian McDermott's side do have two games in hand.
