Middlesbrough are set to be boosted by the returns of Jonny Howson and Ashley Fletcher within the next few weeks, with Grant Hall also eyeing up a return to training.
That's according to manager Neil Warnock, who is desperate to welcome back some of his stars after a topsy-turvy run of league results.
There is not likely to be major funds available at the Riverside this month, although Boro have been linked with a swoop for Bristol City striker Famara Diedhiou.
Boro could do with Fletcher back to bolster their attacking options - he's been on the sidelines since limping off during Middlesbrough's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth in September with a hamstring problem.
Hall has similarly been a long-term injury issue, having not played a game since September 26 after suffering from calf and thigh injuries.
Howson's concerns are more fresh after he damaged his hamstring during the 3-0 defeat to Preston last month, although he's been knocking down Warnock's door convincing him that he is fit and ready to go.
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Warnock delivered his pre-Brentford injury update on Hall and Howson, whilst also confirming that Fletcher needs to be re-introduced to contact training before being considered for first-team action.