Bournemouth have recalled Wales Under-21 midfielder Joe Partington from his loan spell with Eastbourne Borough.

The 20-year-old, who initially joined the Sports in October, was due to stay with the Blue Square Bet Premier side until the new year.

But he has returned to provide cover for the injured Marvin Bartley.

Partington made his first appearance for the Cherries since April in Saturday's defeat by Hartlepool, playing in central defence.

Like Partington, Bartley is primarily a central midfielder who can also play at the back - but was only fit enough for the bench against Pools.

Two other central defensive options, Ryan Garry and Shaun Cooper, are also currently sidelined by injury.

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