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Bad News; Leeds United are set to end their winning streak as a key player is ruled out of their upcoming Championship clash against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday at Elland Road due to severe knee injury
Leeds United will aim to continue their strong form when they host West Bromwich Albion in the Championship at Elland Road on Saturday.
The Whites have been dominant at home this season, securing 14 wins and suffering just one defeat.
Ahead of the match, manager Daniel Farke provided an injury update on Leeds captain Ethan Ampadu, who has been struggling with a knee issue.
Ampadu, who has already missed a significant portion of the season, is expected to be sidelined for another four to five weeks.
Farke confirmed that the midfielder is dealing with a cartilage injury in his knee, and the situation is somewhat complicated.
Leeds have decided against surgery, as that would rule Ampadu out for the remainder of the season.
Instead, they will pursue a more conservative treatment approach, meaning he will miss training for the next four to five weeks.
Farke commented, as quoted by Leeds Live: “Unfortunately, it’s a knee injury, specifically cartilage.
It’s a bit complicated. Surgery would have meant he’d be out for the season because it would keep him sidelined for several months.
“After consultations, we decided to go the more conservative route. He’ll be out for a few weeks, and he won’t be available before the international break.
“Right now, it’s 50/50 whether he’ll be back for the run-in. He’ll be focusing on rehab, and for the next two weeks, he won’t be able to do any running. Over the next 4-6 weeks, he won’t be involved in team training.”
Leeds are also missing Max Wober, who is injured and is expected to return after the international break.
With their defensive options limited, Farke has assured that Josuha Guilavogui, Sam Byram, and Ilia Gruev can step in at centre-back if necessary.
Additionally, Patrick Bamford is also sidelined with an injury, though there is no clear timeline for his return.
