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Leeds United defender Pontus Jansson injured on international duty

Pontus Jansson celebrates scoring the second goal for Leeds United (REUTERS)
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Leeds United defender was withdrawn for Sweden.

Pontus Jansson of Leeds United celebrates at the end of the gamePontus Jansson of Leeds United

Leeds United defender Pontus Jansson has picked up an injury on international duty.

The centre-back looked uncomfortable after a challenge and was substituted off in the 69th minute.

Sweden were playing Norway in an international friendly, and were 1-0 down at the time.

Norway v Sweden - International FriendlyNorway celebrate going 1-0 up

The injury appeared to be to the centre-back’s knee, although it is too early at this stage to assess if there is any real damage.

Jansson was playing in place of Victor Lindelof, who was rested ahead of his imminent move from Benfica to Manchester United.

Leeds United's Pontus Jansson scores his sides second goalLeeds United’s Pontus Jansson scores

This was Jansson’s final game of the season before a summer break, ahead of joining up with Leeds for pre-season next month.

The Swede was a key player for the Whites last season, earning a permanent move from Torino after a superb loan spell.

Whites supporters will be crossing their fingers the injury is only minor and does not affect the club at all heading into next season.

Newcastle's Matt Ritchie and Leeds United's Pontus Jansson in actionNewcastle’s Matt Ritchie and Leeds United’s Pontus Jansson in action