Leeds defender Gudmundsson targets fitness after early season injury troubles

Summarised from 3 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 2 Oct, 13:25 · Archive

Leeds United defender Gabriel Gudmundsson has struggled with injuries at the start of the 2026/27 season but says he is ready to return.

Leeds United defender Gabriel Gudmundsson has been hampered by injury problems at the beginning of the 2026/27 season. The defender admitted that his early campaign has 'not been super optimal' as he deals with the physical toll of the disruptions to his availability.

Gudmundsson acknowledged that 'my body has taken a beating' but expressed a positive outlook regarding his fitness prospects. Despite the setbacks, he signalled confidence in his ability to return to action for the club.

During the international break, Gudmundsson featured prominently for Sweden in their Nations League fixtures. He played close to 90 minutes in one match, though he left the pitch briefly during the encounter. Sweden won both of their matches during this period, with Gudmundsson contributing to the successful campaign.

How it is being reported

• Leeds United star Gabriel Gudmundsson makes 'confidence' point after Sweden successLeedsLive · 30 Sept, 17:19
• Unusual reason why Leeds United's Gabriel Gudmundsson rushed down tunnel during Sweden winYorkshire Evening Post · 29 Sept, 12:58
• 'It hasn't been super optimal' - Leeds United star Gabriel Gudmundsson's admission after early-season issuesYorkshire Post · 29 Sept, 10:24
• 'I'm ready' - Encouraging Leeds United fitness message as star admits 'my body has taken a beating'Yorkshire Evening Post · 29 Sept, 05:59

In this story: Gabriel Gudmundsson · Leeds United · Sweden

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