Leeds United winger Dan James is closer to returning back to action this weekend against Norwich City, while Patrick Bamford is out of both legs of the semi-final.
The Whites take on their playoff semi-final opponents Norwich City this Sunday aiming to rectify their recent woeful form in the league.
Leeds team news: Patrick Bamford out for both legs
Farke’s pre-match press conference brought key injury news namely on the fitness of Patrick Bamford, who missed the final two games of the season due to knee trouble.
However, despite a week off from action, it’s bad news for Bamford with complications in the injury seeing him ruled out for both legs.
The manager revealed that he has trauma in his patellar tendon, and won’t be available for the away and home clashes against the Canaries (via Beren Cross):
Other Leeds team news: Dan James boost
Dan James was the other key piece of news from Farke, with the winger also missing the last two games due to an abdominal injury.
He is said to be recovering well but isn’t confirmed as fit for the match, having taken part in some areas of training this week:
Bamford out is crushing for Leeds
Bamford being out is a massive setback for us, knowing we’re a far better side when he is playing up front.
We have looked poor with Joel Piroe leading the line and you have to wonder if Farke will throw Mateo Joseph into the mix.
He’s a natural number nine, and deserves his chance from the start of games, but the pressure is huge on these games.
