Marco Silva Addresses Injuries, Alex Iwobi’s Song, and Upcoming Brentford Fixture

Fulham manager Marco Silva addressed the media ahead of the Premier League fixture against Brentford on Monday, scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off. The following are the main points from his press conference: Regarding player availability, Sasa Lukic will be sidelined until after the international break, while Timothy Castagne has returned to training and is anticipated to be part of the matchday squad. Commenting on Fulham’s season to date, Silva stated: “The signs are there, the performances are there. The dressing room was sad after the Everton match. The way we started the season is positive. We have to punish teams more when we have good moments.” Addressing Alex Iwobi’s new song, Silva remarked: “I haven’t listened to it! The boys were talking about it in the gym. He has a lot of talent, I’m sure it’s very good.” Pertaining to Bernd Leno, Silva commented: “Since he joined the club, his performances have been top. In my opinion, he’s one of the three best goalkeepers in the league.” Regarding Ruben Amorim, identified as Manchester United’s new boss, Silva stated: “He’s someone that I know well, it’s always important to see a friend going in the direction that was his ambition too. He’s a very good coach and I wish him all the best, just not against us.” Discussing Brentford, Silva said: “They’re a very good side, they’ve been consistent in the last few seasons. The way they have been playing, many years with most of the same players and the same manager, showing the consistency that this league demands.” Silva further elaborated: “Local derbies are more special, probably more intense, it’s always a tough game. Away or at home against them is always tough. They have been scoring many goals but at the same time conceding too. They have good players on the attacking line, always solid, most of the time playing with four central defenders in the back four as well.”