Wales boss Craig Bellamy addresses rumours over Daniel James injury…..
Wales manager Craig Bellamy has moved to calm fears surrounding Leeds United winger Daniel James after rumours circulated of a serious injury setback. Reports earlier this week sparked concerns that the 26-year-old could be facing an extended spell on the sidelines, potentially ruling him out of both domestic and international action.
James, who has been in fine form for Leeds in the Championship, was forced off during their recent clash, leading to speculation about the extent of the issue. His absence from training in the immediate aftermath only fuelled the chatter, with fans worried about his availability ahead of Wales’ upcoming fixtures and Leeds’ crucial league campaign.
However, Bellamy has now provided clarity, insisting the injury is not as severe as first feared. Speaking at a press conference, the Wales boss stressed that while James has been managing a knock, there is no indication of long-term damage.
“Daniel is fine,” Bellamy confirmed. “He did pick up a slight problem in his last game, but it’s nothing serious. We’ve been in close contact with Leeds and their medical staff, and it’s more a precautionary situation than anything else. He’s an important player for club and country, so of course we want to protect him, but there’s no need for alarm.”
The reassurance will be welcome news to Leeds supporters, with James having played a vital role in Daniel Farke’s side this season. His pace, direct runs, and ability to stretch defences have made him a key attacking outlet, and his contribution has been central to Leeds’ push for promotion.
For Wales, James remains one of the most experienced figures in an evolving squad. Bellamy, who took over the national team job earlier this year, is eager to keep his attacking options intact ahead of their upcoming fixtures. Losing James would have been a major setback, particularly given the manager’s emphasis on pace and energy in wide areas.
Instead, Bellamy’s update suggests that James could be back in action sooner rather than later, with the winger expected to resume training in the coming days. The Welsh boss emphasised that he would not take risks with player fitness but reiterated that this situation is far from a crisis.
With both Leeds and Wales having plenty at stake in the months ahead, Bellamy’s comments provide a timely boost and put an end to the swirling speculation.
