(Credit: Imago)

Leeds United star to be ruled out of training for seven weeks due to injury

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19 Apr 2025, 3:10 am

Leeds United defender Pascal Struijk will be told to allow the fracture to heal before he can progress with his rehab, according to Dr Rajpal Brar.

The injury expert claims that the good news for the Dutch centre-back is that he'll have plenty of time in the off-season to get back to full fitness.

Daniel Farke initially wasn't sure how serious the injury was, but now it's clear that he won't return this season.

Struijk is ruled out for the rest of the season. (Credit: Imago)

Struijk not expected back in individual training for at least seven weeks

All timelines Leeds will be looking at is for next season and how they can best manage his return.

By the looks of it, he can be brought back into individual training ahead of the 2025-26 campaign in the second week of June.

Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News, Dr Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and a Sports Scientist, said about Struijk: "He fractured his foot but positively won’t require surgery.

"Per the manager, he will miss around 10 weeks, which isn’t uncommon with foot fractures, as it’s a complex region.

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Struijk has been a key part of the Leeds team this season.

"The next steps will be first allowing the fracture to heal and then gradually progressing with his rehab.

"The good news is that he should have ample time in the off-season and pre-season to rehab and ramp up appropriately.

"I see him missing training for at least seven weeks, after which he can begin individual training."

Farke has utilised Struijk regularly. (Credit: Imago)

Leeds United could look to cash in on Struijk this summer

Leeds face a pivotal decision on Struijk’s future this summer, especially if they secure promotion to the Premier League.

With the 25-year-old sidelined for the season due to a foot fracture, as explained by Dr Brar, and his contract entering its final two years, the club must assess whether he fits their Premier League ambitions.

Promotion will demand players of top-flight calibre, and while Struijk has shown defensive solidity in the Championship, his adaptability to the Premier League’s intensity remains uncertain.

With interest likely from other clubs, Leeds could opt to cash in on the 25-year-old to fund squad upgrades, particularly in defence, where greater depth and quality will be crucial.

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