Daniel James

LEE

• #7 • Right Winger

Daniel James

LEE

• #7 • Right Winger

Nationality

Wales

Position

Right Winger

Role

Wide Forward

Birthdate (Age)

Nov 10, 1997 (28)

Preferred Foot

Right

Height

5'7"

Weight

139 lb

Club

Leeds United

League

Premier League

Ranking

Premier League

2026/2027 All matches

Overall grade

59.8

312/426

Impact score

351/426

Forward rank

115th

115/155

All rank

338th

338/426

Top 5 Leagues

2026/2027 All matches

Forward rank

513th

513/735

All rank

1535th

1,535/2,069

Grades

Key Grades

2026/2027 Premier League

Overall

111th/156 FWD

59.8

Shooting

120th/130 FWD

57.1

Passing

105th/155 FWD

Crossing

35th/119 FWD

65.9

On Ball Attacking

109th/154 FWD

59.8

Ball Control

38th/155 FWD

63.6

Overall Grades by game

2026/2027 Premier League

Metrics

Key Metrics

2026/2027 Premier League

Appearances

Starts

Minutes

Goals

Assists

Upcoming matches

Oct 31, 3:00pm UTC

Bournemouth

Leeds United

Vitality Stadium • Peacock

News

Oct 25, 2026

Remains sidelined with back injury

James (back) has been left out of the squad for Sunday's Premier League clash against Sunderland despite making progress in his recovery from injury.

Analysis: James remains sidelined for Sunday's encounter against Sunderland despite having recently returned to team training. The Welsh winger had missed Leeds' previous matches against Arsenal and Manchester United due to a back injury, and his absence Sunday extends his spell on the sidelines. He has played just 52 minutes across three Premier League appearances this season, all as a substitute, limiting his involvement in Leeds' attacking rotation. His continued absence leaves the club without an additional option on the wings, although his recent progress in training suggests he could be nearing a return.

Oct 23, 2026

Back in contention against Sunderland

James is back in contention for Sunday's Premier League clash against Sunderland after making progress in his recovery from a back injury, according to coach Daniel Farke. "Dan James is in contention for this game."

Analysis: James could make his return to competitive action Sunday after missing Leeds' recent encounters against Arsenal and Manchester United due to a back injury. The winger had resumed team training ahead of the Manchester United clash but was ultimately ruled out after failing to regain sufficient fitness. However, coach Farke's latest comments suggest that James has made further progress and could be included in the matchday squad against Sunderland. The Welsh international has played a limited role since the beginning of the 2026/27 campaign, accumulating just 52 minutes across three Premier League appearances, all off the bench. Given his lack of competitive action and recent fitness concerns, James is unlikely to immediately challenge for a starting role, although his potential return would provide Leeds with additional depth and pace on the wings.