Leeds United manager Daniel Farke spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's Sky Bet Championship clash with Watford at Elland Road.

The Whites are looking to make it six games unbeaten in the division against the Hornets.

Farke began by speaking about Stuart Dallas who returned to first team training this week for the first time in 16 months.

“First of all I’m really delighted, it was a tough role for him during all this rehab work,” said Farke.

“I’m quite sure there were some dark moments also for him, because it is tough when you’re not allowed to do what you love, to play football.

“It was great to see him back for the first time back in team training, I’m delighted and happy for him and also the group was, you could feel it.

“Each and every player was outside to give him a warm welcome back with a few pats to his head, a little tradition.

“It will be a while before he is available for games as he was out for such a long time, it will definitely be a few weeks before he is in my plans and available, but  it’s an important step and I’m glad for him.”

Farke also had an update on Wilfried Gnonto who had to be withdrawn early against Hull City in midweek.

He said: “Sadly it is bad news for him because he has done his lateral ankle ligament.

“We are waiting for further assessment on how long he will be out, but he will definitely not be available on Saturday.”

Leeds are still without a home league win this season at Elland Road, despite being unbeaten and Farke hopes his side can secure it on Saturday.

“Each and every game there is pressure.

“The biggest pressure is from ourselves because we want to be successful and add many points.

“We are on a good path at the moment, we have a good shape, we’ve showed good performances, eight points from the last four games is really good and regarding that there were three really difficult away games included.

“I’m pretty happy at the moment but could do with a home win definitely.

“Watford traditionally are a really good counter attacking side, they always have talented offensive players with pace and quality on the wings and in one against one duels.

“Normally I think it suits them to play on the road because they like to play out of a deeper position and to be there with good counter attacks.

“They will be one of the teams looking to be in the top six when next May comes.

“I’m quite respectful, I know there is quality all over the pitch, they have an experienced coach and we have to be at our top level to win some points.”

Farke also spoke about his relationship with Watford boss Valerien Ismael.

“He is a great guy and I like him very much,” said Farke.

“We spent more or less, during our education in Germany 12 months together and it was a good time with him.

“We’ve played in the Championship a few times against each other, he was at Barnsley for example I can remember.

“He’s a very experienced player and a really good coach and I’m always happy when I see him.”