Farke provides update on injury worry for Leeds United star | OneFootball

Daniel Farke is “carefully optimistic” Daniel James will be available for Leeds’ Carabao Cup clash with Chelsea despite suffering a fitness scare.

James reported discomfort in his back and hamstring during the warm-up at Brighton, but scans have shown no new injury.

The winger completed an individual session and will be assessed again before a decision is made on his availability.

“A little question mark behind Daniel James,” Farke said. “He reported in the warm-up at Brighton some issues with his back and hamstring.

“The scan results were good, no new injury. He just had an individual session today which was okay. We have two more sessions, one this afternoon and a light session tomorrow morning.

“If he comes through this then he’s available. Little question mark but carefully optimistic.”

Farke believes the positive scan results will provide James with reassurance following his latest setback, suggesting the long journey to Brighton could have contributed to his discomfort.

“A little setback of course is not good for the head,” the Leeds boss added. “I think it will give him reassurance that the scan results were really good.

“Perhaps to do with a long trip to Brighton with some delays, sometimes this can be a bit complicated in terms of the back.

“Small details can make a big influence on their body. We can’t risk any injury with travel routines so have to do it in the most professional way.

“For DJ, it’s good he has the assurance there’s no new injury.”