In brief: Pre-Barnsley away press conference

City's head coach answered questions from the local and national press along with Jamie Paterson.

Here's what they had to say:

LEE JOHNSON

• The head coach says his side will move into the final eight games of the regular season full of endeavour, enthusiasm and energy following the international break.
• Hordur Magnusson hasn't taken part in any games for Iceland due to the injury he sustained against Ipswich Town.
• Bailey Wright, Lloyd Kelly, Gustav Engvall, Joe Morrell and Rory Holden have all been away with their respective countries at different age levels, something the City boss is extremely proud of.
• Johnson enjoyed his time at Barnsley and was pleased to see them win the Johnstone's Paint Trophy and gain promotion to the Championship.
• The head coach is unsure what to expect as José Morais has tried a few formations of late but insists his side must focus on their own game.
• Oakwell is a difficult place to visit as a player and coach, according to Johnson.
• Callum O'Dowda is "chomping at the bit" to get going and is likely to feature for the Under-23s in the coming days.
• Matty Taylor is expected to return to first team training at the start of next week.