Leeds United have just under two weeks until they return to Premier League action at home to Aston Villa on Sunday, November 23. Daniel Farke’s side are just one point above the relegation zone going into the final international break of 2025 following consecutive away defeats at Brighton and Nottingham Forest.
A number of first-team players have now jetted off for international duty but Farke has the best part of a fortnight to work on Leeds’ problems, while those currently out injured have time to build fitness without the demand of a game this weekend. The treatment room at Thorp Arch has been relatively quiet in recent weeks with only two absentees at Forest.
Villa are also looking good in terms of squad fitness but were without some first-team options for their 4-0 thumping of Bournemouth last weekend. Below is the latest injury and team news from both sides as early focus turns to next weekend’s Elland Road meeting.
1. OUT: Andres Garcia
The right-back is nursing an injury and is yet to feature this season. Recently returned to training, but will need a few weeks to build fitness, given the length of injury. Photo: Shaun Botterill
2. OUT: Tyrone Mings
Forced off towards the end of Villa's 2-0 defeat against Liverpool earlier this month with a hamstring injury. The Athletic report he is set to miss the rest of this year. | Getty Images
3. DOUBT: Ezri Konsa
Missed England's second World Cup qualifier against Albania due to a calf problem and was sent back to Villa early. Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel suggested the decision was precautionary so it's unclear whether the centre-back will miss any club football. | Getty Images
4. DOUBT: Lamare Bogarde
Another to be sent home early from international duty, this time with Netherlands Under-21s due to what the Dutch FA described as 'minor symptoms'. Like Konsa, it's unclear if the defender will miss Sunday's trip to Elland Road. | Getty Images
5. DOUBT: Matty Cash
Missed Poland's meeting with Malta on Monday due to a 'minor injury', adding further woe to Villa's international break. Another that could well be precautionary, however. | Getty Images
6. DOUBT: Amadou Onana
The fourth Villa player to seemingly pick up a knock while on international duty, having been left out of the Belgium squad for their game against Liechtenstein last night. Has recently been out with a hamstring injury that has been carefully managed. | Getty Images