Stuart Dallas will be in Leeds United’s matchday squad for their clash against Bolton at Elland Road on Saturday afternoon, according to Yorkshire Evening Post journalist Phil Hay.
The reporter claimed via his personal Twitter account that Dallas, 27, is available for selection once more after missing almost three months’ worth of action due to a fractured foot.
Gaetano Berardi needs more games and will play in the 23s tomorrow. Dallas will be in the squad for the Bolton game. #lufc
— Phil Hay (@PhilHay_) February 21, 2019
The Northern Ireland international’s last appearance for Leeds came in their 1-0 win against Sheffield United on December 1, but he has played in the Under-23s since then and appears to be back up to speed for Bolton’s visit to West Yorkshire this weekend.
OPINION
Dallas might not be the most popular of players among the Leeds United fanbase due to his underwhelming form at Elland Road, but the winger’s return to the first team squad will be a major boost ahead of the clash against Bolton. Leeds looked a sure-shot for promotion not too long ago but they have been slipping up lately, mainly due to the fixture congestion and the amount of injuries that have plagued Marcelo Bielsa’s squad. To win promotion Leeds need their experienced players to be available – no matter how good or bad they are. Dallas has been at Leeds for almost four years now and he has over 150 appearances in the Championship. He is one of the most senior players at Elland Road and his presence in the dressing room this weekend will be a boost to the younger players in the squad. Don’t discount Dallas’ return. It could be a game-changer.