Iraola on Scott injury, Christie deal and 'special' game against Newcastle

Iraola provided an injury update on Alex Scott, who is set to be out of action for a few weeks: "It's bad news for him and it's bad news for everyone. He has a sprain and will be out for some weeks - it's a grade two injury. He wasn't so bad immediately after the game but he will be out for some weeks."

On midfielder Scott's start to life at Bournemouth: "He has been playing really well. He has made us a better team. We have to take away the good things - which are that we have a very good player and he will be available in a few weeks. He has to focus on recovery and being the best player that he can be."

On Tyler Adams, another new signing who is unavailable because of injury: "He and Scott were the signings of the summer. They play almost in the same position so it's frustrating to not have them. We have to think long term - he is a very good player."

On whether signings will be made in January: "We still have a lot of games to play before January and we have to trust ourselves. We know the schedule, especially December, is important [because] we have seven league games to play. For us, it is too early to start thinking about."

On Ryan Christie's new Cherries contract: "He helps the team. He's great in the dressing room. I'm happy for him and I'm happy for the club. It's a great relationship for both sides."

On facing Newcastle, who are managed by former Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe: "We need points. The game will be special, especially for Eddie Howe. We will speak after the game. We are facing a very good team who are doing well and we expect their best 11 to start. They managed their minutes well during the midweek game."

Iraola said Bournemouth fans have helped the team to "keep pushing", adding: "In the game against Burnley, when we were losing, they helped us a lot. Against Liverpool, the atmosphere was very nice - the weather was bad but the stadium was full. The atmosphere is great."

Supporters have started to sing an song dedicated to the manager in which they reference his fondness for paella. Iraola said: "It's not my favourite food. It doesn't matter what they sing really, it's just about them supporting us."