Daniel Farke discusses player availability for Leeds United against Newcastle United
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 3:48 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke reported no new injury concerns for his squad following midweek EFL Cup action. The team is preparing to host Newcastle United at Elland Road this coming Monday evening. While Joe Rodon remains unavailable due to injury, Farke noted that all other players appear fit for selection. Winger Noah Okafor, who appeared as a substitute during Wednesday's cup match and provided an assist for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, was given a rest period to improve his fitness. Farke intends to manage the workload of his players ahead of the fixture against the team managed by Matthias Jaissle. The coaching staff remains focused on ensuring the roster is prepared for the rapid schedule turnaround.
- •Joe Rodon remains unavailable for selection due to injury.
- •Noah Okafor received extra rest to build fitness following an assist on Wednesday.
- •Leeds United hosts Newcastle United at Elland Road on Monday.
- •Matthias Jaissle serves as the head coach for Newcastle United.
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Farke on Okafor, 'crazy' Chelsea loss and Newcastle
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Farke provides update on duo's fitness ahead of Newcastle
"Leeds United boss Daniel Farke has been speaking to the media before Monday's Premier League game against Newcastle at Elland Road (20:00 BST). Farke confirmed Joe Rodon remains out but he has "no new injury concerns" and "it seems like everyone else is available".
"Leeds United are back in Premier League action on Monday evening, welcoming Newcastle United to Elland Road under the lights.Ahead of welcoming Matthias Jaissle's side to West Yorkshire, Daniel Farke ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 3:48 PMFarke on Okafor, 'crazy' Chelsea loss and Newcastle
Leeds United boss Daniel Farke has been speaking to the media before Monday's Premier League game against Newcastle at Elland Road (20:00 BST). Farke confirmed Joe Rodon remains out but he has "no new injury concerns" and "it seems like everyone else is available".
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 3:18 PMDaniel Farke provides update on duo's fitness ahead of Newcastle
Leeds United are back in Premier League action on Monday evening, welcoming Newcastle United to Elland Road under the lights.Ahead of welcoming Matthias Jaissle's side to West Yorkshire, Daniel Farke ...
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