"We can't afford another injury because the squad is a bit thin in certain positions. It is a tricky time, but we are used to it and will handle it as professionally as possible."

Leeds United can temporarily move to top of the Championship table with an emphatic win over Sunderland on Friday night

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Leeds United were held to a 1-1 draw against Norwich City in the Championship last time out and Daniel Farke has been criticised for his substitutions.Leeds did well to bounce back from 1-0 down

Willy Gnonto's recent displays have been magnificent for Leeds United, who need to get him involved as regularly as they can.

Daniel Farke has provided a fresh injury update on his Leeds United squad ahead of their clash with Sunderland in the Championship on Friday night.

Latest updates from the Leeds United manager's press conference ahead of Tuesday night's Championship clash with Norwich City at Carrow Road as Daniel Farke faces questions on team news

Farke said: "You have to expect there will be injuries, have to hope for a little bit of luck. Ethan is our captain, one of our most important players. He is a key piece for balance between defensive stability and offense.

We may have only heard from him last night in the wake of Leeds United's draw at Norwich City, but Daniel Farke is back in front of the media today to preview the game with Sunderland. Leeds head to the Stadium of Light on Friday evening for a crucial match-up against the current Championship leaders.

Leeds United struggled with quick turnarounds and long journeys during last season's failed Championship promotion push.