Reuben Reid and Kerrea Gilbert have now returned to their parent clubs after their loan spells expired.

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Little, 21, is set to make his debut for Posh against Coventry on Saturday with Kerrea Gilbert struggling with a knock.

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"Jack tried to clear the ball, it bobbled, Kerrea Gilbert was round to cover and so it was debatable if he was the last man, " Pearson added.

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