‘He’s not 100%,’ admits Daniel Farke of Leeds’ £10 million man, but three others are hurt.
Daniel Farke gave an update on his Leeds United team ahead of Saturday’s trip to Southampton during a press conference on Thursday, according to the club’s YouTube channel, and he claims Patrick Bamford is back.Leeds are coming off four straight clean sheets, while Southampton have lost four in a row, including a 5-0 defeat to Sunderland. Leeds have only lost one of their eight Championship games this season.
Leeds defeated Watford 3-0 at Elland Road on Saturday, with to goals fromJoel Piroe, Sam Byram, and Jaidon Anthony. Despite the dominant win, the Whites were still without a number of veteran players.
Joe Rodon is set to return from suspension after receiving a red card against Hull City. Patrick Bamford, who returned to training last week, was also expected to be included. Stuart Dallas has also returned to training.
Nottingham Forest vs. Leeds United – Pre-season Friendly Photograph: Jon Hobley/MI News/NurPhoto courtesy of Getty Images
During Thursday’s news conference, Farke provided an update. He claims that Bamford is now ready, but he is not fully recovered due to a lack of rhythm. Willy Gnonto, Junior Firpo, and Djed Spence are still out.
“Patrick Bamford is not in perfect rhythm, he is not 100%, but he is one week ahead of schedule after training.” He’s a potential topic for the squad. When questioned about Bamford, Farke remarked, “He is a topic to travel.”
“Willy and Firpo will be out until the international break.” Gnonto underwent effective surgery. On his way back to rehabilitation. Djed Spence will be out till after the international break as well. There have been no new injuries.”
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