Patrick Bamford’s struggle with injuries is a tale as old as time, and the 29-year old’s latest setback comes after the striker picked up a knock during the international break.
Bamford missed out on the majority of the 2021/22 season with various different injuries in what was a frustrating and injury plagued season with no luck, however the forward made his return to the pitch from the bench this weekend.
🗣️"The boys can be proud! They've put a good shift in" 💪
Liam Cooper & Patrick Bamford react to their fiery goalless draw against Aston Villa, in which Leeds were reduced to ten men. pic.twitter.com/aTTjkmjyNt
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Bamford was deemed fit enough only for the bench on Sunday, with Leeds boss Jesse Marsch providing an update on Bamford’s injury following his side’s 0-0 draw with Aston Villa at the weekend.
“Patrick had a little bit of a knock that he took and wasn’t able to train all week. So he was a little bit in question whether he was going to be available or not. I decided not to tell you guys that two days ago.
“I felt like he was going to be available and I didn’t want to put any information out that he was maybe a little bit injured or picked up a little something. I felt pretty strongly that he would be ready to go today.”
An ankle, hamstring, foot and an adductor injury last season meant that Bamford has only actually featured in nine of Leeds’ last 45 games in the Premier League.
Bamford was able to play 22 minutes on Sunday, in a small cameo which teased the strikers full return. Leeds fans will be encouraged by the Bamford appearance at the weekend which suggests that their talisman could finally be returning to full fitness.
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