Leeds United midfielder Tyler Adams could be out over two months if surgery is needed – Injury expert
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Dr Rajpal Brar claims that Leeds United midfielder Tyler Adams may be out for over two months if he requires surgery on his thigh.
The United States international picked up an injury ahead of the 4-2 win over Wolves at the weekend and there has been no timescale over his return.
The injury expert has stated that his time out of action is dependent on the severity of the tear and it could even be until the end of May.
Javi Gracia admitted that the 24-year-old will be sent to a specialist who’ll then decide if any further action needs to be taken.
Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News, Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and Sports Scientist, said, “The timeline depends on the severity and specific location of the tear along with other factors like previous injury history, playing style, etc.
“Generally, the timeline for a grade 1 mild tear is two weeks, grade 2 moderate tear is three to six weeks and grade 3 full tear (rupture) is over nine weeks depending on if surgery is required or not.
“If the injury occurs near a tendon, the timeline tends to take longer.“
Leeds will be hoping that he’s back in action after the international break as he’s been one of their best players this season.
He’s played in 24 of their 27 Premier League games this season and has been a regular under Javi Gracia just as he was under Jesse Marsch, who brought him to the club in the summer.
In other Leeds United news, the Whites may have yet another injury concern going into the international break as player has trouble with his left ankle after the Wolves win.
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