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Ilia Gruev has started the last three games for Leeds United and has impressed as Daniel Farke’s men continue their push for a top-three finish – and the German has applauded his new midfield general.£4m signing from Werder Bremen in the summer, Gruev was left waiting for an opportunity. Only two start before the New Year. But then two series in a row, injuries in the middle of the defense..

Wins against Cardiff City and Preston saw Gruev not only start, but play the full 90 minutes. Ethan Ampadu replaces the injured Pascal Struijk in defense as Gruev gets a chance.He’s grabbing it with both hands and after featuring in the last two league games, Gruev was praised on the club’s YouTube channel during a press conference on Tuesday. Farke praised the Leeds star’s work ethic.So behind the scenes – first in and last – that he covers more distance than any other player on the pitch, teammates and opponents. He is about to prove his £4 million price tag..

“Nobody goes the distance. Solid, reliable, rarely abused, skilled, disciplined, professional, high work ethic. When you’re like that on the court, you imagine he’s like that.”Since day one, humble, unassuming, down to earth, hardworking, patient. First in and last out. He always wanted extra work, he is one of the most professional players I have ever worked with..

Gruev has been sensational in the last two games and has also earned praise from former Leeds manager Neil Redfearn. But if all is well, will he start? You can imagine him going back to the bench.Glen Kamara and Ampadu have formed an almost unbreakable link in the middle and with Archie Gray on the right, Gruev will be hard to break in the long term. However, he does his best..