Sebastiaan Bornauw
LEEBelgium
Right
Mar 22, 1999
27
6'3"
179 lb
CB
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Leeds UnitedOn bench in return
Bornauw (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Fulham.
Analysis: Bornauw is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against the Cottagers after returning to team training following a minor groin injury. He was forced off at the break of Sunday's Carabao Cup win and is eased back into action as a substitute option. The defender had started three of his last four appearances and remains part of the starting plans moving forward.
Could return against Fulham
Bornauw (groin) could return for Saturday's clash against Fulham after resuming team training, coach Daniel Farke said in the press conference. "Sebastiaan is back in training."
Analysis: Bornauw was forced off at the break of Sunday's win in the Carabao Cup due to a minor groin injury but the defender is already back in team training and could be an option for Saturday's clash against the Cottagers. Bornauw started three of his last four appearances and could play a decent role for Leeds United moving forward.
Suffers minor groin injury
Bornauw was forced off at the break in Sunday's victory in the Carabao Cup due to a minor groin injury, coach Daniel Farke said in a press conference, according to Leeds Live. "I think it's something with his hip flexor or adductor, so we have to assess it. I don't think it's a major thing that he's out for weeks."
Analysis: Bornauw will have to be assessed in the coming days after suffering a minor groin injury in Sunday's win in the Carabao Cup. The issue appears to be minor and he will hope to recover before Saturday's clash against Fulham since he has started three of his last appearances with Leeds United. Joe Rodon will take a larger role in the back-three if the injury proves to be more serious than expected.
Three clearances in draw
Bornauw recorded one cross (one accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Manchester United.
Analysis: With Joe Rodon (ankle) unavailable, Bornauw has started the last two matches after playing just two minutes all season, delivering steady defensive performances. He recorded one tackle per game and added three interceptions and nine clearances across the two appearances.
Just dealing with fatigue
Bornauw was taken off due to fatigue in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Liverpool, according to manager Daniel Farke. "For Sebastiaan's first game in the starting line-up, for Ilia, first game in a while, they have invested a lot."
Analysis: Bornauw was taken off the field late into Thursday's field after his first appearance in around a month with what appeared to be an injury, but looks to only be dealing with fatigue. This is solid news for the club, although they will wait to see if he is still ready for starting minutes again come Sunday's match against Manchester United. If he is unable to start, the club will likely need to move a wing-back more central to keep their three-back or turn to Sam Byram, who has yet to start this campaign.
Forced off against Liverpool
Bornauw abandoned Thursday's game versus Liverpool with a potential knock.
Analysis: Bornauw was replaced by Jayden Bogle following an 83-minute performance in his first EPL start of the season. The Belgian had a decent defensive performance, though his fitness status is now a major concern heading into Sunday's clash against Manchester United.
Returns to bench
Bornauw (knee) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Chelsea.
Analysis: Bournauw was deemed a late-fitness test last time out, but didn't play. This time around he was able to pass the late check and is back available off the bench. He profiles as a depth option in the defense even when fully fit, and has yet to make his Leeds debut.
Not available Saturday
Bornauw (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Manchester City.
Analysis: Bornauw suffered an injury around three weeks ago but is nearing his return to play, as the defender was a late call for Saturday's outing. His testing ahead of the match was not expected to be sufficient for him to take part, leaving the defender out of contention despite progressing in his recovery. Even once he is fit, a minor role is expected for him, having yet to see the field this season, so his return will likely need to wait beyond Saturday.
Late call to face City
Bornauw (knee) is questionable for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Sebastiaan will be a late call."
Analysis: Bornauw suffered an injury around three weeks ago but is nearing his return to play, as the defender is a late call for Saturday's outing. This should leave him with some testing ahead of Saturday's match, with that deciding if that is enough for the defender to return. Even once he is fit, a minor role is expected, having yet to see the field this season.
Remains out
Bornauw (knee) is out for Sunday's match against Aston Villa.
Analysis: Bornauw is not in the call Sunday despite some speculations that the defender could be in for a return, as he is still sidelined due to the knee injury. However, with the defender almost returning, a return to full fitness should be on the horizon, possibly next match when facing Manchester City.
Expected to be available
Bornauw (knee) could be available for Sunday's match against Aston Villa, manager Daniel Farke told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "Everyone is available," he said.
Analysis: Bornauw missed Leeds' game against Nottingham Forest before the break, but based on Farke's words during the presser, Bornauw should be in contention to make the bench this weekend. The defender has yet to play this season, so he won't carry a lot of fantasy upside if he ends up being available.
Missing Sunday
Bornauw (knee) is out for Sunday's match against Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Bornaum is not in the call Sunday after suffering an MCL injury heading into the match, with the defender out and using the international break to recover. This is rough news for the defender, but it is a minor issue for the club, as he has yet to see the field this season and is more of a depth option.
Suffers MCL injury
Bornauw is questionable for Sunday's match against Nottingham Forest due to a knee injury, accoridng to manager Daniel Farke. "Little question mark behind Sebastiaan. He got a hit against his MCL during the training session."
Analysis: Bornauw suffered an injury in training this week and is now battling his fitness to be an option Sunday, likley needing to pass some testing to be an option. Ths good news for the club is he has yet to appear in a league match this season, so this is a minor loss. Even if he is to feature, the defender will likely earn a spot on the bench in a depth role.
Unused on bench
Bornauw (calf) went unused on the bench during Monday's 1-0 win over Everton.
Analysis: Bornauw was back on the bench after recovering from a calf injury, but went unused. The defender should have some role to play when he's fully fit, but he might be a bench option, at least to start the season. Bornauw was limited to 15 appearances (eight starts) for Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga last season.
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