In brief: Pre-Sheffield Wednesday home press conference

The head coach answered questions from the local and national press along with Aden Flint.

Here's what they had to say:

LEE JOHNSON

- Johnson says the players were given three days off after the Severnside derby defeat to relieve the result anxiety.

- The head coach is looking for a "buzz" in Saturday's Sky Bet Championship clash with Sheffield Wednesday.

- Having received offers for Aden Flint, Johnson felt it right to go to the Board and ask for the defender to be rewarded with a new deal after his fantastic development on and off the pitch.

- The head coach confirms some players are playing with niggles, with two or three playing 80% fit.

- Eros Pisano trained today but the postponement of Under-23s fixtures has meant he has been unable to partake in competitive action.

- Jens Hegeler and Milan Djuric trained for the first time today.

- Famara Diédhiou is available for selection on Saturday but Nathan Baker suffered a minor groin tear and will be assessed ahead of the game.

- Johnson confirmed the weather hasn't affected the pitch at Ashton Gate but the surrounding areas will always be the concern.