Farke on Gruev, transfers and 'unstoppable bulldozer' Brentford

Leeds United boss Daniel Farke has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Brentford at Elland Road (kick-off 14:00 BST). Here are the key lines from his news conference: On the injuries in the squad, Farke said: "It's [Ilia] Gruev's second week training with the team so he's edging closer and closer. Also some good news was Gudmundsson and Gnonto - as it stands they will join us this afternoon [in training] for the first time after their injuries. We have to wait to see how their bodies reacts. Obviously, we just have two days but definitely good news." On the likelihood of Gruev playing on Sunday, he said: "He has missed more or less four months without playing a game so we have to make a decision. Physically, he is edging closer and closer. He also looks good on the training pitch. If I need him, I would have no problems to call him to the squad. We have now, thank god, a situation where we don't have to rush Ilia." On the club's transfer window so far, he said: "We are in a good position. Very pleased with our window so far. We will stay aware because the feeling is that we want to do something more. We're definitely in a good place. I like our window so far and all our signings are spot on. Early signs are great but we have a long season." On the options for the number nine role, Farke said: We have, with Dominic [Calvert-Lewin] and Lukas [Nmecha], two players where their profile is pretty similar. We have Dominic and Lukas and we're happy with this. Yes, you can also wish for more but, on the other hand, you have to keep in mind we also have a limited budget." Farke described Sunday's opponents Brentford as the "standout" team of the season and "an unstoppable bulldozer". He added that his side will have to be at their very best to get three points. Listen to full commentary of Leeds v Brentford on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra 2 and BBC Sounds on Sunday Follow all of Friday's Premier League news conferences and the rest of the day's football news. Got a question about Leeds? Get in touch here and we'll seek answers from our experts [BBC]