He also mentioned that losing players to international duty can be difficult for any manager, but he is grateful to have them available for the weekend's match. Moyes also provided an update on injured players Jarrad Branthwaite and Merlin Rohl, who are both back on the training pitch and making progress.

Additionally, Moyes commented on the progress of striker Thierno Barry, who scored his first goal for the club against Nottingham Forest. He noted that the goal has boosted Barry's confidence and he is now training better and looking more comfortable in his role.