Hogan might be rested for Bees cup tie

Brentford striker Scott Hogan could be rested for Saturday’s FA Cup tie with Eastleigh.

Hogan has a gluteal muscle problem and has been to see a back specialist.

Bees boss Dean Smith says Hogan is “50-50” for the game with Martin Allen’s National League side and won’t be risked unless he is fully fit.

The 24-year-old has been the subject of rejected bids from both West Ham and Reading, while Watford have made an enquiry.

However, Smith has insisted any decision to leave him out would be unrelated to the interest being shown in the player.

Defender Andreas Bjelland is unlikely to feature because of an ankle injury.

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