Leeds United have another week or so to reflect on their impressive start to the season before a busy winter period kicks off. Daniel Farke’s side head to Chelsea on Saturday November 21 and barring any injury setbacks, could have close to a fully-fit squad at Stamford Bridge.
Competition is fierce at Leeds with Farke now having to make difficult decisions every week, the Whites boss able to call on real quality from the bench - like against Tottenham Hotspur. Introductions Melvin Bard, Harry Wilson and Nah Okafor changed the tide at Elland Road with the latter scoring the winner.
Should Leeds welcome back their internationals without injury, Farke might even have some tough calls to make regarding who is in the matchday squad at Chelsea. And with that in mind, the YEP has put together its strongest XI and bench when everyone is fit and available.
1. Best Leeds XI
2. GK: James Trafford
The 24-year-old has been outstanding since his £40m move from Manchester City and is already starting to win Leeds points. A few heart-in-mouth moments but there's no shortage of confidence - or ability. | Annabel Lee-Ellis/the Press Association
3. CB: Joe Rodon
The first difficult call, and it really is a difficult one given how brilliant James Justin has been this season. But when fit, Rodon is a more natural option on the right of the three looked great in the hybrid role before his hamstring injury. | Steve Riding
4. CB: Nico Elvedi
Initially expected to come in as defensive cover, Elvedi instantly brushed off that label to take Jaka Bijol's place at the heart of defence. He's looked so comfortable so quickly and perhaps offers a little more in possession than his main competitor for minutes, albeit with a reduction in physicality,
5. CB: Tarik Muharemovic
The Bosnian is one of only two outfielders to play every available minute this season and barring injury or suspension, it's hard to see that changing. A genuine colossus at the back but one with plenty of quality on the ball too. What a signing he's already proven to be. | Getty Images
6. RWB: Jayden Bogle
Bogle's attacking threat gives him the edge over a more defensively-sound Justin and like all others so far, he's been excellent again this season. The former Sheffield United man keeps improving too, and can count himself unfortunate not to have received international recognition yet. | Annabel Lee-Ellis/Press Association