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Finds bench role James (back) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa.

Impact James is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa after returning from a back injury that kept him out of the last match. The forward has struggled with multiple injuries this season and continues in a rotational role. The club appears to be managing his workload carefully as he builds back fitness.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back available James (back) is back available and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa, coach Daniel Farke said in the press conference. "Good news, Stach, Struijk, Dan Jam...

Impact James is back available and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa after missing the last match due to a back injury. The forward has dealt with multiple injuries this season and has recently held a bench role, so the club could opt to be cautious with his workload.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back issues James is dealing with back issues and wasn't an option for Sunday's win against Birmingham City in the FA Cup, coach Daniel Farke said in a press conference, according to LeedsLive...

Impact James' injury woes are not over, as he is now dealing with a back issue shortly after returning from a long term hamstring injury. The forward is expected to undergo further evaluation in the coming days to determine the full extent of the problem and clarify a potential timetable. That said, his absence does not shake up the starting XI, as he had been operating primarily as a bench option prior to his long-term layoff.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench James (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's game against Nottingham Forest.

Impact James was described as having a chance to be available Friday, and the speedy winger will wait for his opportunity on the bench. James tends to play off the bench, so while his return boosts Leeds' depth in the final third, he's not expected to be a regular fantasy contributor any time soon.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available against Forest James (hamstring) could be available against Nottingham Forest after making good progress in training, said coach Daniel Farke in the press conference. "James is making progress, v...

Impact James could be available against Nottingham Forest after making good progress in training, having missed the last 12 matches with a hamstring injury. The winger had been a regular substitute prior to the injury and is expected to return in a rotational role.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Arsenal James (hamstring) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Arsenal.

Impact James is not available for Saturday's clash against Arsenal despite recently being cleared after a lengthy hamstring injury absence. The attacker missed 11 matches and has not played since Nov. 29, with his return delayed further. He remains sidelined after making 10 appearances this season, including four starts.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Saturday James (hamstring) is an option for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Daniel Farke. "He was out for such a long time, but you can see him more or less growing f...

Impact James will miss no more time after an extended absence with a hamstring injury, missing 11 games and last playing Nov. 29, but cleared for play again. This will likely leave the attacker in a spot on the bench in his return, needing to build some minutes before he is ready for the start. He has started in four of his 10 appearances this season, more of a rotational option.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Partially integrated James (hamstring) is partially in training and close to fully training, according to manager Daniel Farke, per Kyle Newbound of the Yorkshire Evening Post. "Dan yesterday and toda...

Impact James is still battling his injury, but is the furthest in his recovery he has been, with the attacker able to take the field for partial training. However, he is yet to fully train, planning to train with the rest of his team in the coming week. That said, he still needs a week or two before he returns, still positive after his last appearance in November.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return James (hamstring) is not too far from making his return to the squad, coach Daniel Farke said in the press conference. "Daniel is not too far away."

Impact James missed all the games since late November due to a hamstring injury but the winger is not too far from making his return. This return could happen before the end of the month if everything goes as planned but won't impact the starting XI since the former Manchester United player has been only a bench option this season, losing his undisputed starter role that he had last campaign.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Around two weeks from team training James (hamstring) is around two weeks away from training again, according to manager Daniel Farke. At the moment he's around two weeks away from team training and this is the first...

Impact James is seeing some more positive news after avoiding surgery, as the attacker is now looking to train again in around two weeks. This would line him up with a potential return to end January, already missing seven games due to his injury. Once he is fit, a bench spot will be expected, only starting in four of his 10 appearances this season.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't need surgery James won't get surgery on his hamstring injury but will still be out eight weeks, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Dan, no surgery, it'll still be 8 weeks total he'll be out."

Impact It's a somewhat positive update on James, though it doesn't mean he's completely out of the woods from any setbacks. Hamstring injuries take time and he'll likely need all of the eight weeks before he's ready again, pointing to a possible February return. Given the severity, he'll likely need at least a week of full training before he can be considered again.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out eight weeks James (hamstring) is expected to miss around eight week sof action due to a tendon injury in his hamstring, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Sadly, on the other side, dissappoin...

Impact James was already deemed to be out for a decent amount of time due to a hamstring injury, but after further testing, it has been confirmed he will miss around the next eight weeks of action. This is rough for the forward, as he will now miss out until around the start of February, hopefully not missing more time with a setback. He has only started in four of his 10 appearances this season and has yet to earn a goal contribution, with the injury just continuing a rough spell for the attacker.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring setback James is feared to "be out for a while" after suffering a hamstring setback in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Manchester City, according to manager Daniel Farke, per Issac Johnson of Leeds...

Impact James is going in for some testing this week after his first start in over two months with Leeds United Saturday, as the attacker was off at halftime with what is feared to be a hamstring injury. This is something to monitor for the club, as he has already missed time this season due to the same injury, appearing to have suffered a relapse of the injury. This is a rough development for the attacker moving forward, already struggling for time as he battled his fitness.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active in limited minutes James registered three shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Aston Villa.

Impact James started the first three games but has been used as a bench option in recent matches. He made an impact in his cameo, taking a season-high three shots and attempting five crosses.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ramping up fitness James is continuing to ramp up fitness after returning from injury, according to manager Daniel Farke. "He more or less had 3/4 months without a competitive game. Last two weeks, h...

Impact James returned from injury two games ago but has yet to see a start since regaining fitness, only making two short cameos off the bench for a total of 27 minutes of play. However, he has been ramping up training and his fitness, likely nearing full health once again. He had started in three games to open the season, a spot he will hope to earn back once he is back to his full levels.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday James (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Burnley.

Impact James is available again but will start Saturday's match against Burnley on the bench. The attacker returned earlier than expected from injury but is still being eased back into action. He will look to make an impact off the bench as he pushes to regain his starting role from Brenden Aaronson.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ahead of schedule, won't start James (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Burnley, but is not an option to start, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Dan is ahead of schedule but won't be in...

Impact James has made an early return after expecting to miss weeks due to an injury, with the attacker now an option to face Burnley. However, he is not yet in a position to start and will need to test his legs first, limited to the bench in his return. He did start in the first three games of the season and will look to earn that spot back once fully fit, taking his spot back from Brenden Aaronson.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss multiple weeks James will be sidelined for multiple weeks due to an undisclosed injury, manager Daniel Farke told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference. "The doctors say he is likely...

Impact It's unclear when James picked up the injury, but this is a huge blow for Leeds United in terms of their attacking depth. James started the first three matches, but he's logged just 12 minutes off the bench in the last three. With Wilfried Gnonto (calf) also sidelined, look for Brenden Aaronson and Noah Okafor playing alongside Joel Piroe upfront.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday James (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Bournemouth.

Impact James was progressing in his rehab in recent days, and the winger has been deemed fit enough to make the bench. The speedy winger could see minutes in the second half, especially if Leeds need a bit more pace in the attacking third as the game progresses.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, possibility Saturday James (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Some good news with Daniel James, so progress with his rehab. Yes...

Impact James joined the team for training this week and could be an option if deemed fit, as the club waits to see how his body reacts to being back in training. He will then need to pass some testing to be fit, making the attacker a late call for the contest. This is good news for the club, as he started in the first three games of the season and will hope to see that spot again, with Brenden Aaronson as a possible replacement if he is out again or left on the bench.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday James (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Wolves.

Impact James has been ruled out for Saturday's match as he continues to deal with issues related to his recent injury. The attacker was unable to fully train and did not pass the required tests to make the squad. He will likely be assessed at the beginning of next week to know if he can return for next week's fixture.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Wolves James (undisclosed) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Wolves, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Daniel is obviously a major doubt, he is struggling with a hit in the core...

Impact James looks likely to be heading for the sidelines Saturday, with the attacker still dealing with some issues due to his injury and now doubtful for their upcoming match. That said, he will likely be a late call, needing to train and pass some testing to play. Even if he is fit, a start seems unlikely due to his current status, with Brenden Aaronson as a possible replacement again.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle injury James (undisclosed) came off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Fulham and was forced off due to a muscle injury, coach Daniel Farke said to the media, according to Dan Mur...

Impact James was on the bench for Saturday's clash against the Cottagers as he was returning from a long trip with Wales and was rested by his coach. That said, he entered the pitch in the 77th minute before taking a hit to his body and was forced off in the 89th minute with an apparent muscle injury. The forward will be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury and whether he can return on Saturday against the Wolves. That said, if he has to miss some time, Brenden Aaronson will likely replace him on the right wing again.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses Saturday James recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Newcastle United.

Impact James made his third consecutive start Saturday and provided four crosses, one chance created and one off-target on the attack, once again not providing two much of a threat from the right wing. He was subbed off in the 60th minute for Brendan Aaronson.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks long-term deal James has signed a new long-term contract with Leeds, according to his club.

Impact James is sticking around Elland Road for a few more seasons, with the attacker signing a long-term contract for four seasons. He was a regular starter for the club last season, likely leading to this extension. With 30 starts in 36 appearances to go along with 12 goals and 9 assists last campaign, he will look to maintain that role.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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