Having played five matches in 15 days after Christmas, including extra-time and penalties against Forest, Parkinson has been eager to rotate his squad where possible. He believes midfielder James and central defender Cleworth will both have benefitted from missing the FA Cup win over Sean Dyche's side. "Max and Matty needed that break," added Parkinson. He comes back into the group refreshed, and I think that's important for us." "He needs, this week, training to see where he is.

Source: BBC January 15, 2026 21:17 UTC