Bielsa says Leeds star doubtful for Derby clash, two senior players will miss the game - originally posted on Sportslens.com
Marcelo Bielsa has revealed in his pre-match press conference that Leeds United star Pablo Hernandez is doubtful for the crucial Championship clash against Derby.
The Argentine has also added that Patrick Bamford and Barry Douglas will miss the tie. However, Liam Cooper is back in contention and could play the game.
Bielsa added that he can’t say with full assurance that Hernandez will play, and that he doesn’t want to take any risk with the Spaniard. In other words, Hernandez is almost certain to miss the clash.
Pablo Hernandez a major doubt for Derby, Bielsa says. Also indicating that Douglas and Bamford miss the game. Cooper is back involved and could play. “For me it’s not an excuse. We have an obligation to win the next game and we can win it.” #lufc
— Phil Hay (@PhilHayYEP) January 9, 2019
On Hernandez injury: “He could play on Friday. I can’t say 100 per cent that he won’t play. If there is a small chance, I wouldn’t like to take any risk with him. If it was up to him I think he would play.” #lufc
— Phil Hay (@PhilHayYEP) January 9, 2019
To be continued…
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