The last thing Farke would have wanted was for Liam Cooper to be out due to an injury to another defender, and Pascal Struik to be out due to injury as well as vital center-backs.

Furthermore, Firpo’s absence will not have helped matters at Elland Road in the slightest. The Whites approved the departures of Luke Ayling, who signed a loan with Middlesbrough, and Djed Spence, who returned to his original club Tottenham.

Fortunately, Firpo’s injury isn’t expected to be significant, and on Sunday, January 21, he should be well and prepared to play against Preston North End.

Firpo’s abilities have been questioned, and there have even been rumors of his leaving the team, but with the dearth of options at full-back, that may need to wait until the summer transfer window. Unless Firpo is able to demonstrate that he has more in store.