Andrews on Henry injury, award nominations and West Ham
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Brentford boss Keith Andrews has been speaking to the media before Monday's FA Cup game against West Ham at London Stadium (kick-off 19:30 GMT).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
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- Rico Henry suffered a hamstring injury against Bournemouth on Tuesday and will be unavailable for a "decent period of time".
- Andrews said: "I'm really, really gutted for him. I was obviously here last year, and I'd seen the struggles that you go through as a player when you're injured, as well as what you have to show mentally to come through those periods. The frustration of watching your team-mates go out every day is heartbreaking, because you can't do what you love doing. We did really well to get him back, and his performances were outstanding - what he was producing against some of the best wingers in the league was so impressive. He epitomises the way I like the game to be played: aggressive and front-footed. And he's been a big, big part of what has been the best chapter in this club's history."
- Reiss Nelson is likely to be involved on Monday, having previously featured in both FA Cup fixtures this season, but Andrews is not "entirely sure" yet.
- On playing Keane Lewis-Potter at left-back with Henry out: "I'm open to everything, really. I think you have to be. I would never close any doors on anything. The reality is Keano is a winger. He was brought to the club as a winger and he's attack-minded."
- On being nominated for Premier League manager of the month: "It is nice, of course, but it is just a testament to the work that has gone on and the level of the performances the boys have produced, especially away from home, during this period. I think the work that goes into it from everybody has got us to that point over a period of time, which we have worked tirelessly to get to. So it is nice to see it come to fruition in some big games - and, of course, it is a nice pat on the back for everybody that has played a huge part in it."
- Meanwhile, Dango Ouattara was nominated for player of the month after scoring two goals and contributing two assists for Brentford in February. Andrews said: "He's been really impressive but I also think there's a lot more [to come] from him. He's a dream to work with. He's produced massive moments and is constantly looking to develop his game around our structure. He's a very valued member of the squad"
- On West Ham: "We've treated the cup competitions seriously and this will be no different. They've got themselves into a better position in the league so it'll be a tricky game for us. We'll do everything we can to navigate through to the quarter-finals."
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