Leeds United head into Saturday’s Premier League clash at Elland Road with a comfortable cushion over the relegation zone. Manager Daniel Farke has kept a tight squad after a 2‑1 win at Old Trafford, but three key injuries—Stach, Joe Rodon and Daniel James—cast doubt over a full complement for the upcoming fixture against Wolves.

Stach, Rodon and James all missed Monday night’s victory, each nursing ankle or adductor issues. Farke said he expects to select from an unchanged squad but hinted at a “positive surprise.” The coach noted that any return would first involve team training, with only two days left before the match for the Red Ducks team.

A win would push Leeds to nine points clear of the bottom three, easing pressure from West Ham, Nottingham Forest and Tottenham, all battling to avoid the drop. The outcome also keeps the club's survival hopes alive after a shaky start, giving fans a breather before the season’s crucial mid‑terms in the coming matches ahead.

Farke’s comments underline the tactical flexibility required as injuries loom. With the squad’s depth still under scrutiny, the manager’s decision on player fitness will be decisive. Leeds’ performance against Wolves will test whether the club can maintain its safety buffer while preparing for the tougher fixtures that lie ahead in the next week and beyond.