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Likely out until March Cooper (hamstring) isn't expected to return until March, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.

Impact Leeds have had a ton of injuries and Cooper is one of the many regulars out for an extended period. Leeds have had a mixed bag without him, allowing 14 goals in a stretch of three matches before beating Burnley 3-1 last time out. The good news is that Robin Koch and Luke Ayling are still healthy, so they'll need to stay that way.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing hamstring treament Cooper will miss an unknown amount of time after suffering a hamstring injury last match.

Impact This was thought to be the case for Cooper, who couldn't make it more than 15 minutes last match. Considering he's started every match this season, it's yet another blow for Leeds, who may be forced to go with three on the back line going forward because of a lack of options. The good news is that Robin Koch is healthy again and should be an option soon.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Off with hamstring injury Cooper was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match with Brentford due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Cooper was forced off after succumbing to the injury in the 15th minute. The defender was unable to walk off under his own power so a multiple game absence could be in the cards.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leeds exhales with 1-0 victory over Watford in EPL

Leeds has held on for its first victory of the Premier League season after defender Diego Llorente scored early in the 1-0 win over Watford

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists goal Saturday Cooper assisted to go with a shot not on target and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Everton.

Impact Cooper saved some fantasy value with an assist Saturday, but he otherwise produced minimal numbers. He made the score-sheet just once last season, but more worrying is that he already has two yellow cards after accruing four from 25 starts the prior campaign.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set for Euros Cooper missed the final friendly against Luxembourg while home with his family, according to Lee Sobot of the Yorkshire Evening Post.

Impact Cooper can expect to have a shot at starting the opening match on June 14 against the Czech Republic and his absence wasn't health-related. With six clean sheets and 68 tackles made in just 25 starts, Cooper could be one of the better fantasy defenders in his group if he's able to snag an early shutout.

JUNE 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starts final two matches Cooper started the final two matches of the season, both wins, totaling seven tackles (four won), 10 interceptions and four clearances.

Impact Cooper missed a slew of matches because of injuries this season and only sat on the bench once, which came after his longest lay off late in the campaign. When healthy, he was a starting center-back for Leeds, compiling six clean sheets in 25 starts.

JUNE 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea youngster Gilmour selected by Scotland for Euro 2020

Uncapped Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour has been included in Scotland’s squad for the European Championship

MAY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bench option versus Burnely Cooper is available off the bench for Sunday's match against Burnley.

Impact Cooper is fit after missing the last four matches, but he will be eased into action. Pascal Struijk will retain the starting job for this one.

MAY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to face Burnley Cooper (knock) has "recovered his health with no injuries" ahead of Saturday's trip to Burnley, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.

Impact Cooper wasn't in the squad last week following his suspension, but apparently he's good to go and doesn't have an injury. It's unknown where he's at in terms of fitness since he hasn't played in more than a month, but when available, he's been in the starting XI over Pascal Struijk this season.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Cooper wasn't in the squad for Saturday's win against Tottenham because of a small knock.

Impact Cooper was eligible to return from a suspension, but he still missed out Saturday because of a knock. The injury doesn't seem serious and if he's ready to start, he could come into the XI against Burnley, possibly replacing Pascal Struijk or Robin Koch in the squad.

MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Liam Cooper gets red card for reckless challenge on Gabriel Jesus | Premier League

APRIL 10, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Liam Cooper breaks through for Leeds against Manchester United | Premier League

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • YOUTUBE