Daniel Farke has acknowledged that the recent days have proved to be challenging in his managerial career. With several key players away on international duty, Farke was left with a limited squad to work with during the break. Unfortunately, some of his players returned with injury concerns, adding to the difficulties.
While some players like Joe Rodon, Ethan Ampadu, and Dan James faced disappointment with their national teams, others like Connor Roberts, Ilia Gruev, and Wilfried Gnonto returned with injuries. Farke confirmed that Roberts and Gnonto will be out for three weeks, but the return date for Gruev remains uncertain due to an ankle problem.
There is a chance that Gruev may not be risked in the upcoming game against Hull City tonight, with Farke prioritizing his fitness for the remaining fixtures. Should Gruev be unavailable, Ampadu may be called upon to fill in the midfield once again.
Farke mentioned that decisions regarding the team selection will depend on various factors, including the fitness of other players like Jamie Shackleton, Sam Byram, and Junior Firpo. With players like Roberts, Gnonto, Pascal Struijk, and Stuart Dallas ruled out for the game, the squad for the match against Hull City includes Meslier, Darlow, Klaesson, and a list of other players ready to step up and deliver a much-needed victory for Leeds United.
