The latest Leeds United news, with the midfielder seizing his opportunity after starting the last four league games.
Leeds United face a critical few weeks in the race for automatic promotion at the conclusion of the season.
The Whites are now third in the Championship table, one point behind second-place Southampton. The league appears to be shaping up as a four-way struggle for the top two spots.
Leicester City now leads by a comfortable margin, however Leeds, Southampton, and Ipswich Town are all in contention. Leeds meet Southampton on the last day of the season, and only four points separate the three teams in what could be a nail-biting race.
Leeds are back on winning form at the perfect time. Daniel Farke’s men have won their previous six Championship games, surrendering only once.
Those victories have coincided with a modest adjustment in midfield. Due to defensive injuries, summer addition Ethan Ampadu has been forced to move back into the defensive line from midfield.
As a result, Ilia Gruev has been given the opportunity to play with Glen Kamara in midfield. He has seized the opportunity with both hands, to the point where it is unclear whether defender Pascal Struijk will be able to reclaim his position in the team when he returns from injury.
Gruev’s effort in the winning FA Cup replay against Plymouth Argyle on Tuesday night was praised by Leeds supporters. His robust tackling and ability to play forward balls were the standouts of his performance.
Struijk’s injury would have sparked concern when it was first announced, but the reshuffle has resulted in the rise of Gruev. He may now turn out to be Daniel Farke’s new untouchable between now and the end of the season as Leeds strive to reach their goals.
