Overview
- Chief executive Paul Berne issued a public statement affirming Cleverley remains the club's choice despite a third straight defeat, a 2-0 loss at Mansfield.
- Berne cited nine players unavailable for selection at Mansfield, noting the bench could not be fully named with only six substitutes listed.
- Cleverley has seven wins from 18 matches in charge, with four League One victories alongside nine league defeats and one draw.
- Ayman Benarous sustained what Cleverley described as a freak training injury, while Matthew Sorinola is available after suspension for Saturday's FA Cup tie at Wycombe.
- Cleverley acknowledged he must turn results around quickly, as media reporting notes that votes of confidence across the leagues have not guaranteed job security this season.