FULHAM boss Scott Parker praised Aleksandar Mitrovic’s “relentless” work ethic yesterday — but said he would like to see the forward providing more assists.

Mitrovic missed a penalty and conceded another against Sheffield United on October 18, but the Serbia international bounced back on Monday with two assists as Fulham recorded their first league victory of the season — a 2-0 win against West Brom.

It appeared that the 26-year-old had added another dimension to his game. He was the Championship’s golden boot winner last season but mustered only three assists across the campaign.

But asked whether Mitrovic had been working on becoming more of a provider, Parker said: “Not really, no.

“I think Mitro would be the first to say he’s very disappointed with his performance [against Sheffield United]. It can happen to anyone, but he probably put a lot on himself, which you often find that a lot of players do.

“Since then there’s been a real credit and a real drive in him. I think he’s been at the forefront of everything and I think you see that definitely on Monday night.

“A player who was relentless in his work ethic, his all-round play for the team was very good and he comes away with two assists, which was very pleasing as well.

“He’s been first-class and needs to maintain those levels, which I’m sure he will, and keep helping us in this division.”

West Ham will be without Michail Antonio and Mark Noble for Fulham’s visit. Antonio is recovering from a hamstring problem while captain Noble suffered a rib injury in training.

On-loan striker Said Benrahma, who scored a brace against Fulham for Brentford in the EFL Cup last month, could make his full debut.