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Leeds United injury news: Ilia Gruev’s time at Elland Road may be up after meniscus blow

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Last Updated: April 23, 2026 | 17:13 GMT

Ilia Gruev for Leeds United
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Leeds United drew 2-2 at Bournemouth on Wednesday evening to move another step closer to safety. The Whites were without Anton Stach, although the latter is now back in training.

Stach is “days rather than weeks” away from a return, according to Daniel Farke, meaning he could be back as early as this weekend’s FA Cup semi-final with Chelsea.

FA Cup | Semi-Final
LEEDS UNITED
The Whites
VS
CHELSEA
The Blues
Venue: Wembley Stadium
Kick-off: Sunday 26 May, 15:00 BST
TV: TNT Sports
Referee: Jarred Gillett

However, in a new injury blow, it was announced ahead of the Bournemouth game that Ilia Gruev has sustained a meniscus injury. Given the speculation regarding the midfielder’s future, that could mean he has played his final game at Elland Road.

Jayden Bogle also came off at half-time with a foot injury, but Farke has since confirmed he should be okay for Wembley, while Sebastiaan Bornauw will return to training on Friday after rolling his ankle ahead of the Bournemouth game.

Medical Room Status

UPDATED: — —
SEBASTIAAN BORNAUW
Ankle Injury
FITNESS TEST
ANTON STACH
Ankle Injury
FITNESS TEST
JAYDEN BOGLE
Foot Injury
FITNESS TEST
ILIA GRUEV
Knee Injury
OUT
Manager’s Note: Sebastiaan Bornauw, Anton Stach and Jayden Bogle are undergoing fitness tests ahead of potential return vs Chelsea. Ilia Gruev remains out with a knee injury.
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