The Bulgarian international suffered serious damage to the meniscus in his right knee during last Tuesday’s 1-1 draw with Norwich City. Gruev’s first-half injury came just prior to the Canaries taking the lead and though the midfielder came back onto the pitch following treatment he was unable to carry on. A day later Gruev went for a scan and discovered that surgery was required, meaning he will be out for months rather than weeks.
It was the second hammer blow for Leeds in the space of a few days after Gruev’s midfield partner Ethan Ampadu was ruled out until January with a serious knee problem of his own.
Daniel Farke has revealed that Gruev’s feelings on the severity of the injury were contradicted by the medical specialists.
“Even on Wednesday he was there and quite positive, saying some painkillers boss and I think I’m available on Friday,” said Farke. “The doctors said no, no, you’re not available, you won’t return back in this calendar year onto the pitch. It says a lot about his character, he’s a warrior. A bit like Ethan Ampadu.”
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