Here is the side we think he may go for. Do you agree?
9. MATTY LONGSTAFF
Another talented young player who will dream of going back to his parent club when his loan ends next month with a promotion on his CV. Netted Stags' opener against Forest Green last weekend and six goals and three assists have shown his worth since arriving in January. Photo: Chris Holloway
10. STEPHEN QUINN
Not at 100 per cent last wekend when coming back from a hip injury but Mansfield's most experienced player will be much-needed on the big stage this week. Photo: Jacques Feeney
11. LUCAS AKINS
Left out last weekend against Forest Green and replaced by Jordan Bowery, team selection can be cruel and, even though Bowery played well and scored a vital goal, there is every chance he could be benched again with Akins being the big, strong combative type that is perfectly suited to tackle the direct game of Northampton. But Bowery also possesses many of those qualities and this could be Clough's biggest headache. Photo: Chris Holloway
12. RHYS OATES
Top scorer Oates has not netted in his last six outings so is due one and Stags need his bursts of pace against a strong, physical Cobblers back line. Photo: Chris Holloway