Pablo Counago won't be included in the squad for Saturday's game at Sheffield United after a disappointing display in the reserves last night.

The former Spanish U21 international was taken off at half-time during the 1-0 defeat against Coventry and Joe Royle has revealed to the Club website that he's not in the running for a place against the Blades.

"Pablo won't be in the 16 for the trip to Sheffield at the weekend," says the Town boss.

Pablo - no squad place this weekend

"He was disappointing against Coventry, never got in the game and was taken off at half-time.

"That's the fourth time he has been substituted in the reserves lately and although he doesn't like reserve team football, it's important for him to maintain a level of match fitness.

"Shefki and Benty are doing a terrific job for us up front but it Pablo was turning in good performances in the reserves, it would make it difficult for me not to give him a chance if a first-team opportunity came along.

"It's not working out like that at the moment though and other players are working hard to push for their chance so consequently Pablo will not be involved in the squad this week."