Sport nationLeeds United is set to return to Championship action this weekend, facing off against Burnley at Elland Road. The Whites are looking to continue their momentum after a 2-0 win over Hull City before the international break. With a fully fit squad to choose from, manager Daniel Farke has some tough decisions to make when it comes to his starting lineup.
One player who may miss out is centre-back Max Wober, who picked up a knock while representing Austria. However, aside from Wober, Farke has a clean bill of health, with no other injury concerns. This means that he will have to assess fatigue levels in players returning from international duty, with some having played multiple games over the break.
One player who may be affected by this is Junior Firpo, who represented the Dominican Republic and is due to fly back from Bermuda. This long-haul flight may mean that Farke opts for the fresh legs of Sam Byram at left-back. Byram has been impressive in his performances so far this season and would provide a solid alternative to Firpo.
Another player who may be impacted by international duty is Manor Solomon, who started two games for Israel during the break. Solomon has only recently returned from a long-term injury and Farke may choose to manage his minutes carefully, with Largie Ramazani waiting in the wings. Ramazani has been impressive in his cameo appearances so far and could make his full debut against Burnley.
The predicted lineup for Leeds United is:
- Meslier (goalkeeper)
- Bogle (right-back)
- Rodon (centre-back)
- Struijk (centre-back)
- Byram (left-back)
- Gruev (defensive midfielder)
- Ampadu (defensive midfielder)
- Ramazani (right midfielder)
- Aaronson (central midfielder)
- Gnonto (left midfielder)
- Joseph (striker)
This lineup offers a mix of experience and youth, with a balance of defensive solidity and attacking flair. Ramazani’s inclusion adds pace and trickery to the right flank, while Byram provides a steady presence at left-back.
Burnley, on the other hand, have had a mixed start to the season, but are still considered one of the promotion favorites. They have a strong squad and will provide a tough test for Leeds United.
Overall, this is a crucial match for Leeds United, with the opportunity to continue their momentum and move up the Championship table. With a fully fit squad to choose from, Farke has the options to make changes and adapt to the opposition. The inclusion of Ramazani and Byram adds a fresh dynamic to the team and could be the key to unlocking a win against Burnley.
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Amina Umar
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