Leeds United is set to face Manchester United on Monday, but will be without several key players due to injuries. Manager Daniel Farke provided an update on the team’s fitness during a press conference at the club’s training ground, Thorp Arch.
Injury Updates from Daniel Farke
Farke confirmed that both Anton Stach and Joe Rodon will miss the upcoming clash against Manchester United. The two sustained ankle injuries in the recent FA Cup victory over West Ham United.
Unavailable Players
- Anton Stach: Out due to an ankle injury.
- Joe Rodon: Will not participate because of an ankle injury.
- Daniel James: Unavailable due to an adductor strain sustained during training.
In addition to these absences, Farke indicated that there are further uncertainties regarding other squad members.
Players with Doubtful Availability
- Jaka Bijol: Experiencing a knock, has not participated in team training this week.
- Noah Okafor: Dealing with back issues, currently absent from training sessions.
- Gabi Gudmundsson: Making progress from light groin problems but remains doubtful for the match.
Farke expressed hope that Bijol, Okafor, and Gudmundsson could still be fit in time for the game against Manchester United. He acknowledged that more time would help in preparing his squad.
The match against Manchester United is crucial for Leeds, and the fitness status of these players will play a significant role in the team’s ability to compete.
