Daniel Farke has confirmed that Crysencio Summerville will play against Huddersfield Town on Saturday, but three players are sidelined.
Summerville was left out of the lineup for the defeat to Stoke in midweek as Farke rotated his players, and he revealed after the game that he had been playing with painkillers and shoulder strapping in recent weeks.
Farke expects him to be available for the Yorkshire derby at Elland Road, although he will be missing defenders Leo Hjelde, Stuart Dallas, Djed Spence, and Junior Firpo.
“I’m sure in a few weeks he will be able to play three games in a week, but after the start to the season he has had [fitness-wise] we have to be careful,” the coach stated. “But I wouldn’t rule him out for tomorrow.”
“There are always a few knocks and kicks after the game, and with such a short turnaround, you have to make some less decisions.”
“But what I can confirm, everyone [from midweek] is available yes.”
Take a stance
This is an opportunity for Daniel Farke to rally his squad and support the players who performed admirably in midweek despite the loss.
Ethan Ampadu and Archie Gray appeared worn out, but Ilia Gruev looked strong, so the management shouldn’t worry about resting
players and switching things up again.
Luke Ayling and Crysencio Summerville are also prepared to rejoin the club, and for the sake of new blood and team spirit, the manager shouldn’t be afraid to bench players like Charlie Cresswell or Liam Cooper.
But having said that, it is evident that he has a preferred lineup that he wants to stick with if at all possible. He will also field the best team possible since, following the loss to Stoke, a victory over Huddersfield at Elland Road is crucial.
The manager should be able to employ our talented group anytime he wants without worrying about performance levels declining because we have a strong squad.
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