Leeds United boss Paul Heckingbottom has revealed that he has been pleased with the performances of Pablo Hernandez since arriving at Elland Road last month.
Heckingbottom only took charge of Leeds at the start of February, but the 40-year-old is already under pressure following a record of just one win in five matches.
The Whites suffered a 3-0 defeat at Middlesbrough on Friday night, and now face a home game against Championship leaders Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Leeds are sweating over the fitness of Hernandez, who has missed the team’s last two matches with a groin problem.
Heckingbottom has revealed that the Spaniard has been unable to train due to the injury, but he is hopeful that the 32-year-old will soon return to action.
Heckingbottom told Leeds Live:
“He’s not been training which is not ideal, but he’s not missed a long time. He’s impressed me, performed well. But we have to mindful to get him fit so he can play every game now.”
Hernandez, who is valued at £1.8m by transfermarkt.co.uk, has scored six times and registered eight assists in 33 appearances in all competitions for Leeds this term.
