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Leeds striker Tyler Roberts admits it was mentally tough for him to take injury setback

Leeds United striker Tyler Roberts has admitted to the Yorkshire Evening Post that it was mentally tough for him to remain on the sidelines with an injury just after joining Leeds.

The 19-year-old joined Leeds during the January transfer window in a deal thought to be around £4 million, but he missed almost the rest of the season after injuring his shin bone.

Roberts initially struggled to make an impact, but he did take his opportunity in the midweek.

He was criticised for his performance against Millwall, but Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa backed him strongly.