Leeds United travel away to southwest England where they face Bristol City next in the English second division. With the opposition manager confident of his side, Daniel Farke also hailed his players in the pre-match press conference.
The German manager will want to build up on his six-game unbeaten streak as The Whites focus on finishing top two in The Championship this season.
The 49ers stand three points behind top-placed Sunderland and a win might grant them the top spot if The Black Cats jinx their next game against 11th-placed Oxford United.
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“He one hundred per cent understands his role,” – Daniel Farke on Josuha Guilavogui
Daniel Farke talked about Josuha Guilavogui in the press conference (Credits: Imago Images)
Recently, French midfielder Josuha Guilavogui was brought in at Elland Road to fill up for an unprecedented injury crisis. There were a lot of candidates for the role but Guilavogui fit Daniel Farke’s profile perfectly.
“We are all happy and pleased that it was possible to bring him in. Naturally, a holding midfielder who is pretty physical and has good defensive skills. He has also played a lot in the centre-back role. He adds a bit of experience which we could do within the dressing room”, Farke told the media.
“I spoke about the profile I wanted. In October, it’s always difficult. He brings quality and is in a position we need. He one hundred per cent understands his role and hasn’t been training with a team for the past few weeks and months but is in good shape.”
“He’s an unbelievable guy. Everyone who has worked with him was full of praise for his character. He was captain for more or less every team he’s played for, that already says enough.”
“He’s available to play [against Bristol]. Obviously when you haven’t trained for several months with a team, then you can’t be 100%. But he’s an experienced and professional guy and has worked a lot on his fitness levels.”
Will Ao Tanaka change the midfield dynamics at Leeds United?
Ao Tanaka has been in good form since his debut (Credits: Imago Images)
Ao Tanaka has been in incredible form recently after Ilia Gruev and Ethan Ampadu’s injuries. Josuha Guilavogui has added a layer of depth to the midfield as there was no backup with Gruev’s and Ampadu’s unavailability.
Although with Tanaka’s influence increasing, Gruev might have to reconsider his stay at Leeds United. If the Japanese international’s growth continues, the Bulgarian might be stuck in a complicated situation after his return.
