Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford is set to be out with injury for four months.
Bamford picked up a knee injury while playing for Leeds’ under-23 side in midweek, and he is now set to miss a considerable chunk of the season.
The striker could be sidelined for the next four months, which limits Marcelo Bielsa’s attacking options.
And Orta has admitted that losing the Leeds man is a blow.
“This is clearly disappointing news for Patrick and everyone connected with Leeds,” said Orta.
“Patrick has settled in well, quickly becoming an important player for Marcelo Bielsa and a popular part of the group.
“We have an excellent medical team at the club and Patrick is in the best possible hands. He will be back available to us during an important part of the season and he will still play an important role.”
Bamford has actually been held back at Leeds so far, despite signing for big money.
The forward has played a reserve role under Bielsa, with Kemar Roofe starting as Leeds first choice up-top.
Roofe now has a shoulder a great deal of responsibility, as Leeds striking options look short without Bamford.
Leeds return to action after the international break when they take on Millwall.
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