Swansea City press conference Live: Russell Martin gives team news updates and Ryan Manning reaction ahead of Blackpool test

Around 2,000 Jacks are expected to be in the away end when Swansea City take on Blackpool this weekend.

The Swans are looking to make the most of their trip to the home of the Seasiders as Russell Martin's men bid to bounce back from Tuesday night's 5-1 loss to Fulham.

The head coach is set to offer a full fitness bulletin on his squad ahead of the game at Bloomfield Road, with Cyrus Christie poised to return after missing out against the Cottagers.

He is also expected to give updates on the likes of Flynn Downes, Hannes Wolf and Nathanael Ogbeta.

Follow live updates on everything the head coach says at his Fairwood briefing on our live blog below.

Press conference begins at 8.15am.

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