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Declan Carr

Tue 14 April 2026 22:10, UK

Largie Ramazani was among the many well-wishers for Leeds United loanee Mateo Joseph after his latest injury blow.

The Mallorca star is set for six to eight weeks on the sidelines after initially suffering a knock in training with the Spanish club.

A report from Ultima Hora on 10 April claimed that both clubs have reached an agreement for the attacker to undergo surgery.

The player took to Instagram on 13 April with an emotional post that suggested that he was set for a prolonged absence.

Leeds will welcome Joseph back for the new campaign, and will have to make a decision over what to do with him.

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Former Leeds star Kalvin Phillips also sent a message to Joseph, showing that he is still connected to the Yorkshire club.

Joseph took to social media, saying: “You always see these things from the outside, until one day it’s your turn to live them. And there it all changes.

“It’s not just not being able to play. It’s stopping the pace, the routine, that defines you every day.

“Now it’s time to learn how to compete differently. Be patient, trust the process and accept that there are good days and others who won’t be so much.

“Thank you for the support I’m receiving, it’s felt more than it seems

“I will be right back. But most of all, I’ll come back to being better at a lot of things you can’t see. Time to work from the other side.”

Ramazani responded, saying: “Speedy recovery brother!” with a heart emoji.

Joshua Guilavogui responded, saying: “A lot of encouragement brother.” with a heart emoji.

Current Whites stars such as Wilfried Gnonto, Harry Gray and Illan Meslier also liked the post.

Why Joseph’s future is complicated

The injury news only adds to potential confusion over Joseph’s future at Elland Road.

He has made it clear that he would like to stay with the Spanish side, and it is unlikely that he will get a chance with Farke if the Peacocks are still in the Premier League next season.

However, his issue could prevent a potential exit, with interested clubs not willing to sanction a move, before they know the extent of his recovery time.

The LS11 side may want to keep him around, as they did not include a buy option in the loan deal, and seem to believe in his potential, with a contract that runs until 2028.

However, the forward cannot catch a break, and it may be time for Paraag Marathe and Co to cut their losses and allow him to leave permanently, as that would be the right move for all parties.

It is unfortunate, but there is no room for sentiment at the top level, even if current and former Whites stars have shown plenty for the injured forward in the comment section, the club should be ruthless in their future planning.