After being replaced in the Leeds United starting XI versus Swansea, Patrick Bamford has reassured manager Daniel Farke that his knee injury isn’t too serious. The Athletic’s Phil Hay reported via Twitter on 13 February that the last-minute substitution for Joel Piroe was due to Bamford’s knee issue, although it’s not yet clear whether it’s muscular or ligament-related. Despite the setback, Bamford remains optimistic and does not believe it to be a major concern. This news will come as a relief to Leeds United fans, who have been wary of Bamford’s injury history. His recent good form for the club, including scoring five goals and providing two assists in seven starts, has been a bright spot for the team. Adam Pope’s worry about Bamford’s arm-assisted goal against Rotherham United being detrimental to the club now appears trivial in the face of this new setback. While Leeds United managed to secure a 4-0 win over Swansea without Bamford, his absence has highlighted the importance of his contributions to the team. A swift recovery for the striker will be crucial for his long-term prospects with the club.
LEEDS UNITED SUDDEN INJURY
