The Welsh international might be sidelined for a considerable amount of time if he is rushed back against the Foxes on Friday (3 November), which could cause his hamstring injury from Huddersfield to worsen, according to Athletic journalist Phil Hay, who discussed this on The Square Ball Podcast on November 2.
The journalist for The Athletic has suggested that because hamstring problems are unpredictable, Rodon won’t be hurried back into the starting lineup to avoid aggravating the ailment.
Furthermore, on November 2, TEAMtalk journalist Marshment made the case on his personal Twitter account that Rodon’s “old school” background—which may come in handy against Enzo Maresca’s daring foxes—has made him one of the first names on the teamsheet at Elland Road.
“I really believe that if Rodon is fit to start, our chances will increase significantly. I’m hoping he can play Friday night,” he posted. Quite rapidly establish himself as a vital squad player and one of the top names on the roster.
To save Rodon from a potential protracted absence, Leeds must make sure he is fit to play whenever possible this season. If that means benching him for Friday’s match against Leicester, then that is what they must do to ensure Rodon’s long-term fitness.
Leeds will have to realize that the risk of his injury getting worse is not worth it, even though Marshment points out that he might be the difference between a win and a loss. It won’t be ideal to travel to the league leaders without one of their most important players.
