Brentford boss Smith has no new concerns ahead of Sheffield Wednesday clash

Posted Friday, August 17, 2018 by PA

Brentford boss Dean Smith has an almost fully-fit squad to choose from for the home game against Sheffield Wednesday.

Smith has no new injury or suspension problems following his side’s midweek Carabao Cup win at Southend, for which Smith made 11 changes.

The likes of Josh Clarke, Nico Yennaris, Julian Jeanvier and Ryan Woods are all hoping to retain their starting places.

Rico Henry is edging closer to his comeback after nearly a year out due to a serious knee injury and forward Emiliano Marcondes is another fortnight away from a return to action.

Fernando Forestieri and Joost van Aken are both major doubts for Sheffield Wednesday.

Striker Forestieri (groin) missed the midweek Carabao Cup win at Sunderland and centre-half Van Aken was forced off with an ankle injury. Both players will be assessed.

Defender Morgan Fox (back) also missed out on Wednesday night, while striker Lucas Joao (groin) will also be monitored by Owls boss Jos Luhukay.

Winger George Boyd and Marco Matias are among those hoping to retain their starting places as Wednesday chase their first league win of the season.