A lot of Leeds United fans were thrilled with Graham Smyth’s update on Adam Forshaw that suggests the 28-year-old might be available for selection soon.
The Yorkshire Evening Post reporter said that Forshaw would be back out on the grass next week as he steps up his recovery from an injury that has kept him out for the last 19 matches.
Will the return of Forshaw help Leeds in their promotion bid?
Yes, he has that experience
No, they have done pretty well without him
This update has delighted many Leeds fans.
Adam Forshaw has stepped up his recovery from a hip problem and is expecting to get back on the grass next week.#lufc
— Graham Smyth (@GrahamSmyth) January 9, 2020
That’s one less signing needed.. be like a signing anyway.. be good to have him back for March
— Bite (@biteyerlegs70) January 9, 2020
like a new signing having him and Roberts back
— Dazill (@Desmondo007) January 9, 2020
See to me, this is a class addition when he’s back fit.
— Kevin Melve Rowlands (@melve2010) January 9, 2020
That’s a boost
— Karl (@KarlBell2) January 9, 2020
Great news…been missed
— steady (@LeeSteady1973) January 9, 2020
The man lives!
— Gabriel (@bethgabriel_) January 9, 2020
What do we think?
If Forshaw returns soon, Marcelo Bielsa will nearly have a fully-fit squad to choose from as the Whites head into a crucial part of the season.
The 28-year-old, who is valued at £4.5m by Transfermarkt, was an important player for Leeds last year, and his experience could prove vital as the end of the season approaches.
Forshaw is a player who keeps everything simple, and he has a cool head, which as the climax of the season approaches, could be significant.
However, Leeds do not want to rush him back too quickly in case he breaks down again – so they should allow Forshaw to take his time and return to the squad only when he is ready.