Leeds United’s Patrick Bamford will be sidelined for their upcoming match against Plymouth Argyle this Saturday due to illness, as reported by Beren Cross. The absence of Bamford, along with fellow striker Joe Gelhardt, was confirmed when the Whites announced their starting lineup for the game at Elland Road.
While Gelhardt and Daniel James were already in a race against time to be fit for the match, only James managed to overcome a hamstring problem and start the game. Unfortunately, Bamford’s ongoing struggle with injuries and illnesses continues to plague him, making him unavailable for selection.
The experienced striker has faced numerous setbacks this season, with injuries keeping him on the sidelines for significant periods of time. His absence has allowed other players, such as James, to showcase their resilience and determination to bounce back from setbacks.
Now considered third choice in the striker position for Leeds United, Bamford faces an uphill battle to regain his spot in the starting lineup. Despite his challenges, the team still has capable options in Joel Piroe and Mateo Joseph to lead the attacking line, with both players having contributed goals this season.
Manager Daniel Farke will be hoping to avoid any new injury concerns leading up to the next international break, as players like Largie Ramazani, Ilia Gruev, and Ethan Ampadu are already dealing with significant issues. The club will need to rely on their squad depth to navigate through this challenging period without key players like Bamford in the lineup.
