Brentford head coach Thomas Frank delivered an in-depth injury update before Brentford’s Premier League meeting with Newcastle United on Wednesday.

Full-back Michael Kayode is available for selection having recovered from a knee injury, but midfielder Mathias Jensen is sidelined for the game at St James’ Park.

“The squad looks quite positive,” said Frank.

“Michael Kayode is back in, but Mathi [Jensen] is not ready yet. There was some illness there, which means he has missed some training.”

Rico Henry, Aaron Hickey and Gustavo Nunes featured in Brentford Under-21s’ 2-0 victory over Fleetwood Town on Monday, and Frank revealed the trio are progressing well.

“Hickey, Rico and Nunes all came through well, but it’s just too short for them to be involved in the Newcastle game.

“All three looked good and ticked the physical boxes.

“Rico is the one who is furthest ahead of the three - I think he is close to returning to the squad. It could be for Chelsea [on Sunday 6 April], but let’s see.

“Hickey is on track. He had some minor pain which limited his minutes; we’re being extra cautious.”

The Bees boss was also asked to provide an update on striker Igor Thiago and midfielder Josh Dasilva, who are both recovering from knee injuries.

“Thiago is progressing, going a little bit slower, but progressing,” said Frank.

“He is building the muscle volume and strength around the knee to make sure he ticks all of the strength markers.

“He is running, and he is also part training, so it’s moving forward.

“Josh Dasilva is a little bit further off it than Igor.”

Frank added that midfielder Fábio Carvalho (shoulder) is unlikely to feature again this season.