Confirmed: Crysencio Summerville update shared as three ruled out for Leeds United clash v Huddersfield Town
Crysencio Summerville will be available for Leeds United’s match against Huddersfield on Saturday, according to Daniel Farke, but three players are out.
Summerville has been playing with shoulder strapping and painkillers in recent weeks, and Farke revealed after the game that he left him out of the team for the midweek loss to Stoke.
Farke anticipates that he will be fit to play in the Yorkshire derby at Elland Road, although he will still be without defenders Stuart Dallas, Junior Firpo, Leo Hjelde, and Djed Spence.
“I’m sure in a few weeks he will be able to play three games in a week, but after the start to the season he has had [fitness-wise] we have to be careful,” he said. “But I wouldn’t say he’s a doubt for tomorrow.
“There are always a few knock and kicks after the game and with a quick turnaround you always have to make some less decisions.
“But what I can confirm, everyone [from midweek] is available yes.”
Make a stand
Daniel Farke has an opportunity to show his team that he supports the guys who performed well in midweek despite the loss.
Ethan Ampadu and Archie Gray appeared worn out, but Ilia Gruev looked strong, so the management shouldn’t worry about resting players and switching things up again.
In order to bring in some new blood and boost squad morale, the manager shouldn’t be afraid to bench players like Charlie Cresswell or Liam Cooper. Luke Ayling and Crysencio Summerville are also prepared to return to the lineup.
Having said that, he is well aware of his ideal lineup and will select the strongest team possible to face Huddersfield at Elland Road in order to avenge the loss to Stoke.
The manager should be free to use our talented group anytime he wants to without worrying about performance levels declining because we have a strong roster.
In a related development:
Since joining Leeds on loan from Spurs, Spence has only played once due to an injury sustained during practise. The latter is getting close to returning to training after an anticipated eight-week absence.
Dallas has been in and out of team practice in an effort to increase his level of fitness before returning to full senior training. Firpo is back in full training mode and may return to action soon. Farke made a remark.
“Stuart is currently working on some solo training, while Junior is back in team training. Djed is nearing the end of his recovery. Stuart and Djed should be able to resume team training soon; Djed missed eight weeks.
Before he can play, he needs to receive some training. According to Leeds United’s YouTube channel, Farke discussed the three injuries during Friday’s news conference. “Hopefully in the next 10 days, 14 days he will be back.”
Daniel Farke says Djed Spence in last stages of Leeds rehab
How encouraging this is. With the England U19 player now playing on the right side of defense, it will enable Archie Gray to move back to the middle of the pitch. He was far from his best against Stoke. Not as successful.
However, Gray really pops in the midst of the park. Spence will be a huge asset to this Leeds team because he is a Premier League caliber player who is familiar with the Championship. It will take time for Dallas and Firpo.
They have been out for longer. Firpo will be a formidable opponent for the very skilled Sam Byram, particularly at this level. Dallas enhances this aspect right away for a variety of reasons. I hope they return soon.