Versatile Block has been out for more than two months but he has been included in the travelling party heading to Dover Athletic on Tuesday for an Isthmian premier division clash.

Bognor go into the game on the back of a disappointing 2-1 loss in the FA Trophy at Isthmian League South Eastern division Sittingbourne on Saturday.

Blake said of Block, who can play along the back line or in midfield: “We are hopeful that Tommy has overcome his issue and it’s great to be able to consider selecting him once more. With the injuries we have had, which have been well documented, it’s nice to have some good news for a change.”

Players such as Craig Robson, Doug Tuck, Harvey Whyte, Ben Anderson, Tommy Block, Lucas Pattenden and youngster Hayden Gale all believed to be still side lined.

Meanwhile, Blake has revealed that central defender Essa Janneh, who joined in the summer, has left the club. The gaffer added: “We would like to thank Essa for all of his efforts for the club and wish him well for the future.”