Marcelo Bielsa says ‘outstanding’ Leeds United player could yet play against Manchester United this weekend

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A Leeds United team containing Stuart Dallas is always a better Leeds United and manager Marcelo Bielsa has admitted he is hoping to have the Northern Ireland man available this weekend.

Leeds host Manchester United at Elland Road in what is sure to be a red-hot atmosphere on a cold, wet, and windy weekend in West Yorkshire. It will be the first clash in front of fans in the famous stadium in more than 15 years.

As we all know, Leeds haven’t had the best of times with injuries this season. And against Everton last week, many feared the worst when Dallas was taken off with a knock. However, speaking in his press conference today, Bielsa has left the door open for Dallas to feature this weekend.

“Dallas is recovering,” Bielsa said. (Leeds Live)

“He hasn’t been discarded for Sunday’s game yet.”

This, of course, is huge news for Leeds. They need as many senior players fit and at it as possible to take on and compete with Manchester United. If Dallas does make it, then it provides an instant boost to the Elland Road crowd.

TBR’s View: Dallas One Of Leeds’ Best Players

His form last season was exceptional and Stuart Dallas has continued to show his worth to Leeds. His versatility is so impressive and regardless of where he plays, he seems to always give a 7/10 performance.

For a clash like Man United, you need your trusted troops and Dallas is certainly in that category for Bielsa. The fact he hasn’t ruled him out completely, suggests there is more than a small hope.

Lauded as ‘outstanding’ by Alan Shearer last season, Leeds will be hoping their star man is indeed fit.