“Observe his demeanor.” According to Daniel Farke, the 23-year-old might be available for Leeds’ match against Huddersfield.
Before Saturday’s trip to Huddersfield Town, Daniel Farke provided an update on the injuries in his Leeds United team.
The Whites’ FA Cup loss to Chelsea on Wednesday night came at the expense of several important players, and given the short time between games, Farke is concerned about their availability.
Georginio Rutter and Ilia Gruev were both out of action, while Patrick Bamford and Crysencio Summerville were only listed as backups at Stamford Bridge.
In addition to providing an update on the health of Gruev, who had started 11 straight games in all competitions, Farke also had good news regarding Rutter’s fitness.
During his pre-game news conference, Farke disclosed that a final decision on the 23-year-old will need to be taken, contingent on whether or not he continues to practice with the team tomorrow.
Farke provides an update on Gruev’s health.
“Gruev individual training today,” he stated. Look at him this way. To make it, must train with the team tomorrow. There’s still a chance he could be engaged.
Since joining the club, Gruev has performed admirably, helping to cover for Ethan Ampadu, who was compelled to take Pascal Struijk’s place at center defense, leaving a vacuum in holding midfield.
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Leeds has three crucial games in the promotion battle this coming week against Huddersfield, Stoke City, and Sheffield Wednesday. They can ill afford to be without any of their important players.
Having said that, it wouldn’t be the end of the world if Archie Gray had to play there with Glen Kamara and Connor Roberts at right back given his performance in midfield at Chelsea.
In any case, Farke has choices. Given how quickly games are approaching and Gruev’s health, it might be best to wait to bring him back until he is fully prepared.
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