In brief: Pre-Sheffield Wednesday press conference

The head coach answered questions from the local and national press along with Jamie Paterson.

Here's what they had to say:

LEE JOHNSON

- Johnson delighted for Bailey Wright and Hordur Magnusson, who are poised to represent their countries at the World Cup

- Head coach says everyone is disappointed for Callum O'Dowda, although he adds: "He's still young and the future of Ireland"

- Gustav Engvall's loan has now expired at Djurgarden, although he won't be able to play for City again until January 1st

- Engvall has been given a three-week break before returning to trainig in December

- Jamie Paterson and Nathan Baker are available again after injury

- Johnson reports a "couple of niggly injuries" in the camp; Bailey Wright is suspended

- On The FA's written reasons for Wright's suspension, Johnson says: "What's done is done, it's frustrating but I can't change it"

- City boss spent the international break with his wife in Dubai but says he snuck out to watch  Tammy Abraham's England debut and Callum O'Dowda's appearance for Ireland

- Johnson says Saturday's opponents Sheffield Wednesday are very strong on home soil

- He wants his players to work to nullify Wednesday's strengths and impose their game upon the hosts

- Johnson says there has been no approach for Dean Holden, following rumours of links to the vacant Bury job