Alexander on Wright, Kavanagh, Sarcevic & 'monster' Tilt
Alexander: 'There's been enquiries for a couple of players'
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Bradford City manager Graham Alexander has been speaking to the media before his side's League One match against Peterborough United on Saturday (15:00 BST).
Here are the main talking points:
Defender Joe Wright remains unavailable due to concussion protocols, after sustaining a head injury during City's EFL Cup win against Blackburn Rovers. Alexander says the 30-year-old is expected to resume full training on Monday.
Forward Calum Kavanagh's recovery from a shin issue has "plateaued". Alexander says he's not set to return to training for a couple of weeks.
Antoni Sarcevic should be fit to play on Saturday. The 33-year-old was forced off with cramp after scoring the winner in Tuesday's 2-1 victory at Stockport.
They will take their time over the availability of new addition Nick Powell. The 31-year-old will be treated initially as a "rehab player", with Alexander noting his lack of game time due to injury over the last year.
Alexander described defender Curtis Tilt as a "monster" in the Stockport win. He explained that Tilt's previous performances as an opposition player was a big factor in why they signed the 34-year-old in the summer. Alexander said it's very rare an individual from the opposite side stands out from the touchline, when he's usually focusing on his own team.
On the summer transfer window, Alexander said the club have received enquiries about a couple of their players, but the individuals in question have chosen not to explore those options. It's understood forwards Tyler Smith and Adam Wilson have been told they're free to leave the club this summer. They each have a year remaining on their contracts.
Despite their form, Alexander remains wary of Peterborough, describing Saturday's game as a challenge. Darren Ferguson's side have lost all four of their opening league games.
Listen to Alexander's full pre-match conference and more on BBC Sounds.
