Javi Gracia press conference highlights: Leeds United team news revealed as Gnonto and Wober both out
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Leeds’ trip to table-topping Arsenal on Saturday promises to be one of their toughest tests this season. The Gunners have been imperious at home and as the season nears a conclusion, Mikel Arteta’s side will be looking to avoid any slip-ups in order to keep their hopes of a Premier League title alive.
Javi Gracia will be without Tyler Adams this weekend, whilst Willy Gnonto and Max Wober are both doubts after picking up injuries over the international break.
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Hide AdLeeds midfielder Adams underwent surgery on a hamstring injury and is expected to be out for an extended period, which could render him absent until pre-season.
Despite Gracia’s reluctance to discuss injured players in previous press conferences, the Spaniard is expected to provide an update this afternoon.
Live updates from Thorp Arch at 1 o’clock.
Javi Gracia press conference LIVE: Arsenal, Adams, Wober and Gnonto on the agenda
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Premier League football returns this weekend after the international break, although Leeds could be looking a little light in terms of squad depth after injuries to Max Wober and Willy Gnonto over the past week.
Wober (hamstring) and Gnonto (ankle) are doubts for Saturday’s encounter with Arsenal, which opens the door for Liam Cooper and Luis Sinisterra to make the starting XI.
Javi Gracia will have more info on the status of his injured players at 1pm. Updates here.