Fulham boss Scott Parker has heaped praise on Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford ahead of tonight's clash.

The Cottagers manager pinpointed Bamford's "phenomenal" work-rate as he waxed lyrical about the Leeds striker.

“He's right up there," Parker said. “Faced him last year. The amount of chances Leeds create he's always in that position.

“Tireless work rate and what he's asked to do out of possession at Leeds is phenomenal really.

"The work he puts in is pretty incredible. Added to that is his goal record and him scoring goals which has been very good this year.

“A step up for him, I know he's scored goals in the Championship for some time for different clubs, but now showing his quality in the big league.

“A big challenge for us and the defenders to try and keep him quiet."