Patrick Bamford has insisted he is raring to go after making a goalscoring return for Leeds United. Several long-term injury setbacks over the last year have coincided with the Whites’ struggles in the Premier League.
The 29-year-old barely featured in the second half of 2021-22 as Leeds maintained their top-flight status by the barest of margins. It was thought that this season would provide a clean slate for Bamford - but his time on the treatment table has increased.
Before last night, the forward had not featured since the 2-1 win at Liverpool on October 29. However, the World Cup break offered an opportunity for Bamford to get fully fit, with no desperation to rush back.
