Leeds United return home this weekend with Tottenham Hotspur their final Elland Road visitors before the November international break. Daniel Farke’s side lost 2-0 at Bournemouth last time out and are winless in five but remain unbeaten in front of their own supporters.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Thursday, Farke confirmed recent doubts Noah Okafor and Anton Stach are still managing issues, with neither involved in team training. Striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin also missed a session due to a setback but the Whites boss was ‘carefully optimistic’ his top-scorer would be okay.
Leeds enjoyed a decent start at Bournemouth until James Trafford’s mistake and will need to be at their best if they are to end a run of 21 early Premier League kick-offs without a win. With all that in mind, the YEP has put together its predicted XI below.
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1. Predicted Leeds XI
Let's take a look at how Daniel Farke could line his Whites side up this weekend. | Getty Images
2. GK: James Trafford
The goalkeeper will be desperate to put last weekend's howler at Bournemouth behind him and a strong performance on Saturday can do just that. Don't expect him to be any different on the ball though, there will probably be a heart-in-mouth moment or two against Spurs. | Getty Images
3. CB: James Justin
Joe Rodon could return to the squad would be a big boost but there's no need to rush the Welshman back. Justin excellent in his place and is part of the Premier League's third-strongest defence. If it isn't broken, don't fix it.
4. CB: Nico Elvedi
Another big contributor to Leeds' defensive record and still the preferred choice at the heart of defence over Jaka Bijol. Particularly at home, Farke will want his side to dominate and Elvedi's passing ability is an important factor. | Steve Riding
5. CB: Tarik Muharemovic
Another 90 minutes at Bournemouth and it's hard to see Muharemovic ever being out of the team, barring injury or suspension. He and the other defenders will have to be switched on against Tottenham's fluid attacking unit. | Getty Images
6. RWB: Jayden Bogle
Continues to be one of Leeds' most creative players out on the right, combining well with Justin and right-winger Harry Wilson against Bournemouth. Will need to be at his best again on Saturday.