Nigel Pearson claims his Bristol City side are lacking enough established Championship players required to challenge for the top flight following defeat against promotion-chasing Luton.
Although the Robins manager did highlight the progression made in his squad this year because they are now in a position where they are not actively looking to move players on following four departures in the January window.
The 1-0 defeat to Luton on Wednesday night night, albeit with a threadbare squad, was evidence of the further improvements that need to be made if City are to build a side capable of challenging for the top six.
