Leicester injuries: Jamie Vardy and Wilfred Ndidi return dates

Leicester City have a few injury problems at present. In his most recent press conference, Brendan Rodgers gave return dates for Jamie Vardy and Wilfred Ndidi.

If the Foxes could welcome back Vardy and Ndidi for the meeting with Leeds United on Sunday, the Blue Army would collectively sleep easier for the upcoming couple of nights.

Unfortunately it appears as though neither will be fit for the Whites clash, as the Northern Irishman updates attending media at his pre-match press conference.

While the legendary No.9 underwent a hernia operation at the weekend, his teammate from Nigeria had to be withdrawn versus Everton due to a hamstring issue.

Leicester City return dates

Here’s what the boss said on the crucial pair:

"Rodgers on Vardy recovery: “He’s 6 days post operation. He was sore but he’s on schedule for when we expect him back. We’re looking at hopefully getting back in the next 7-10 days.”On Ndidi: He’s a got a slight tear in his hamstring. It’s looking for a week to 10 days.”Via BBC Sport"

This means both may return for Brighton & Hove Albion in the FA Cup, but Wolverhampton Wanderers might be too soon for either.

Other areas Rodgers touched on or was asked about in the latest presser, were how the club is a constant top-six member over the last year and beyond. Naturally the boss is pleased with the progress and evolution of his side in the time he’s been on Filbert Way. Although, another point on Academy graduate Hamza Choudhury is a little bit more difficult to get on board with.

Rodgers made it clear that King Power Recruitment is searching for an attacking midfielder to sign during this month’s transfer window. Yet, despite Newcastle United wanting a deal for the surplus Choudhury, he is left hanging because Rodgers won’t allow the defensive midfielder to leave despite him proving he can’t play higher up the pitch at Premier League level. A strange one; is the manager also consider Choudhury up front until Vardy comes back?!