PL: I think everyone is OK in terms of injuries. They had yesterday off and will be back in today. We'll have a closer look at them later.
PL: We have spoken about all different sorts of players. I need to be fair to the lads already here though because they are a talented group. They just need a little bit of help with one or two players.
PL: We need to be better as a team and stronger at defending all over the pitch. If we have more competition in places then we will be better equipped.
PL: I haven't spoken the lads out on loan yet. It is something we will address and go from there.
PL: I never once had a problem with Stephen Ireland at Aston Villa. I know he's a real talent. Like everyone else here he will get a chance. He is someone who can make things happen.
PL: I will have nerves as normal on Saturday but as soon as the whistle blows they will disappear. I'm looking forward to it because I know it will be a great atmosphere.
PL: I've not had time to sleep just yet because everything has been go, go, go but I'm really enjoying.
PL: I managed against Huddersfield Town last season and David Wagner has assembled a good team. We know it will be a tough game but will be going out in win, just like in every match.
PL: We will try and give the team ideas heading into the game. We need to get back to basics in the next two days and hopefully pick up three points on Saturday. That what everyone wants - a win at the weekend.
PL: I think Mark Hughes did a brilliant job here, just like Tony Pulis before him. This is probably the first time the Club has found itself in this position in the past 10 years.
PL: Ryan Shawcross trained on Tuesday and we will see how he's feeling today. Glen Johnson trained on Tuesday. Jese won't be available at the weekend due to personal reasons.