Leeds United are in action for the final time this season when they face West Ham at the London Stadium on Sunday. Daniel Farke’s side have only pride and a possible climb up the table to play for but the same cannot be said for their hosts, who must win and hope Tottenham Hotspur lose against Everton to survive.
Farke confirmed on Friday the injury situation is still ‘tricky’ at Leeds, with Sean Longstaff joining six other absentees from last weekend’s 1-0 win over Brighton. But the Whites boss could welcome back a couple of important defenders in what would be a big boost, given how thin the squad is spread.
Sunday could also be a final chance for any potential summer exits to wave their goodbye to Leeds with the pressure to survive very much gone. Below, the YEP attempts to predict how Farke’s side could line-up for this final-day trip to the capital.
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1. Leeds United Predicted XI
Let's take a look at Daniel Farke's potential final-day line-up. | Mike Egerton/PA Wire
2. GK: Karl Darlow
The Welshman produced arguably his best performance of the season against Brighton. He's steadied the ship once again and will enter any contract talks in a great position. | Getty Images
3. CB: Joe Rodon
Shown absolutely no sign of letting standards slip since safety was secured, and who'd expect anything less? Had a quietly outstanding season and proven a Premier League defender. | Local Library
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4. CB: Jaka Bijol
An absolutely monstrous performance against Brighton and will need to be right at it again, with West Ham needing a win. Will probably come up against an in-form Taty Castellanos. | Getty Images
5. CB: Pascal Struijk
Farke confirmed the Dutchman was back in training on Friday, following a hip issue that kept him out against Brighton. With no World Cup to prepare for, it makes sense to play - although it would be harsh on Sebastiaan Bornauw who was solid last weekend. | Getty Images
6. RWB: Jayden Bogle
Potential injury boost number two, with Bogle also back in training as of Friday after a hamstring issue. Another who might as well play if fit, and unlike the left centre-back role Bogle's cover Dan James has struggled a little. | Getty Images