Leeds United will soon learn if they have earned a place in the Championship play-off final or booked themselves in for another year of second-tier football. Daniel Farke’s side welcome Norwich City to Elland Road for their semi-final second leg on Thursday with it all still to play for.
Leeds looked closer to their solid best in carving out a 0-0 draw at Carrow Road on Sunday, with a tetchy affair offering little in terms of goalmouth action but plenty when it comes to building confidence. A first clean sheet on the road since February will do Farke’s men no harm and that they look to have come through the game with no injury issues is a welcome relief.
In an intriguing change of tact, Farke has opted against hosting a press conference ahead of Thursday’s game - there is no obligation like during the regular campaign - but little has changed in the fitness front in West Yorkshire or Norfolk. Below, the YEP has taken a look at the concerns surrounding both teams.
7. Patrick Bamford (out)
Injury picked up against Middlesbrough last month was initially described as a bruised knee but has since been diagnosed as a mini trauma in his patellar tendon. There is hope he can return for a potential final but no chance for Thursday. | Getty Images
8. Dan James (back)
Returned from an abdominal tear to get minutes off the bench at Carrow Road and will hope to have more time on the pitch come Thursday. A massive boost for Farke's side going into a crucial couple of weeks. | Getty Images