Brentford midfielder Ryan Woods has, tragically, lost the baby he and his partner were expecting last week.

The midfielder was absent from the Bees' 4-3 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday and will not be involved against Bristol City.

A statement from Woods on the club's official website read: “Last week, my partner and I suffered the tragic loss of our baby.

“As you can understand, this came as a devastating blow and has left us, our family and friends struggling to come to terms with the implications.

“I would like to thank those closest to us for their love and compassion and also the understanding of everybody associated with Brentford Football Club.

“Of course, I can understand the speculation as to why I have not been involved in the last few games but I would ask if everybody could respect our privacy at this incredibly difficult time.”

All at GetWestLondon would like to wish Woods, his partner, family and friends our deepest condolences at this difficult time.