Daniel Farkes’s Whites would create club history with a win at the John Smith’s Stadium if recording what would be a Leeds record tenth league win in a row. But there are plenty of question marks concerning United on a team news front and it’s a similar story for Huddersfield under new boss André Breitenreiter.
The German was appointed to the Terriers hotseat last month and Huddersfield enjoyed instant success in his first game in charge which yielded a 2-1 victory at Watford via a Danny Ward brace. Now Breitenreiter’s side face a Yorkshire derby against Leeds and here we run through the extensive team news from both camps ahead of the 12.30pm kick-off on Huddersfield’s home turf.
7. Ilia Gruev (doubtful)
Gruev also missed out at Chelsea due to a hip flexor issue and doubts now surround his participation this weekend but Farke said there was a still a chance if he trained on Friday. Photo: George Wood
8. Brodie Spencer (doubtful)
Spencer has been unwell this week and a late call will be made on his participation. Photo: Ed Sykes
9. Jaheim Headley (back)
Left-back Headley has missed the last two months but is pushing to be involved. Photo: Jess Hornby
10. Jonathan Hogg (back)
Terriers midfielder Hogg returned to training this week after a back injury and Breitenreiter is hopeful that he will be able to be feature this weekend. Photo: Ed Sykes
11. Delano Burgzorg (back)
Dutch forward Burgzorg is fit to be involved after suffering from cramp in the closing stages at Watford and then experiencing some muscular issues this week. Photo: Matt McNulty
12. Jack Rudoni (back)
Midfielder Rudoni also suffered an ankle injury against Watford but has returned to training. Photo: Ed Sykes