- Leeds United injury news, including the latest updates on Joe Rodon, Ilia Gruev and Mateo Joseph ahead of their Newcastle United clash.
Leeds United have made a solid start to their Premier League campaign, picking up one win from their opening three matches. However, Daniel Farke's side have some injury concerns ahead of their upcoming clash with Newcastle United.
Here is the latest Leeds United injury news, including the players currently unavailable, their injury status, and expected return dates.
Ilia Gruev
Injury: Knee Injury Status: Returning in training Expected return: To be confirmed
He suffered a knee injury in April that sidelined him for the remainder of last season and opening fixtures of the 2026-27 season. The defensive midfielder has now returned to full first-team training and recently made his competitive comeback for Leeds U21 against Middlesbrough U21.
Joe Rodon
Injury: Hamstring Injury Status: Injured Expected return: 8-10 weeks
The Welsh center back sustained a serious hamstring injury against Brentford on the second matchweek in the Premier League. Leeds manager Daniel Farke confirmed that he will be out for 8-10 weeks due to the injury; Joe Rodon will also miss the upcoming international break with the Wales national team.
Mateo Joseph
Injury: Knee Injury Status: Injured Expected return: Early in 2027
He injured his knee while playing for Mallorca in last season on loan from Leeds United; the Spanish forward is expected to be available for Leeds in early 2027.