Marcelo Bielsa has confirmed in his press conference that Tyler Roberts will miss the match against Middlesbrough, which is a fixture Leeds United struggle in.
In the last six meetings between the two sides, Leeds has won only once and have only managed to score three times, whereas Middlesbrough have won twice and have scored eight times.
Tyler Roberts started in the last game against Reading and has managed to play 395 minutes so far this season, however, this injury now is looking like at least one game on the sidelines.
Will Tyler Roberts be missed on Saturday?
Yes
No
Marcelo on Tyler Roberts: “We are making some studies, the medical staff are analysing the situation, but he can’t play this weekend.” pic.twitter.com/5sEc43v63P
— Leeds United (@LUFC) November 28, 2019
Gutted for the Lad.
— Samuel (@Kaden98329883) November 28, 2019
Poor lad must be made of shredded wheat which is a shame because I think he’s a really good player when he’s fit.
— Bradley Mills (@B_JMills) November 28, 2019
🙁
— Josh (@firthleeds) November 28, 2019
Not all the fans were massively upset about the news, with some even adding some suggestions for the problem.
Eddie to come back in play Roberts role one behind the other
— Lee (@LeedsunitedLee) November 28, 2019
Not disastrous, Costa or Forshaw can fill in
— James Pearson (@JamesPearson25) November 28, 2019
See you next season bud
— Davide Somma (@Somma271) November 28, 2019
What Do We Think?
This is more of a blow for Roberts than it is for Leeds, as Bielsa has players that can fill in for the 20-year-old. Helder Costa will likely be the man to fill in, with the 25-year-old replacing Roberts during the Reading match, in just the 35th minute. However, on the flip side, it will also provide the Portuguese winger with the opportunity to stake a starting spot in the South American’s side on a more regular basis, which could make it more difficult for the Wales international to return to the first-team once available.