Leeds United will have to navigate their upcoming match against Hull City without key players due to ongoing injuries. Manager Daniel Farke expressed relief after Friday’s draw at Watford, despite less than ideal preparations. The team will be missing Willy Gnonto and Connor Roberts for at least three weeks, with Stuart Dallas and Pascal Struijk also sidelined. Ilia Gruev is uncertain for Monday’s game, while Georginio Rutter is recovering from surgery.
Farke explained, “Gnonto will be out for at least three weeks with a hamstring issue, as will Roberts. Gruev could be back for Monday, but we need to monitor his injury. We had limited training during the international break, so we need to be cautious leading up to the match against Hull City.”
Moreover, Farke emphasized the importance of managing the team’s fitness and workload over the Easter period, which presents a challenging schedule. With only six players available for training before the Watford match, Farke will need to carefully plan sessions to ensure the team is prepared for the upcoming clash under the lights at Elland Road.
In contrast, Hull City, led by Liam Rosenior, are expected to have a full squad available for the Yorkshire derby, with the exception of Liam Delap and Jacob Greaves, who is suspended. Despite the challenges faced by Leeds United, both teams are preparing for a competitive match, and fans can expect an exciting showdown between the two sides as they battle for crucial points in the Championship.
