Leeds United fell a little closer to the Premier League relegation zone following Sunday’s 3-1 defeat at Nottingham Forest, with two weeks to reflect another disappointing away-day. Daniel Farke’s side are now just two places and one point above West Ham in 18th and return from the November international break with a home game against Aston Villa.
A number of first-teamers are away on international duty but the two-week break will allow Farke to work with the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor, while Willy Gnonto will also have another fortnight to build fitness having not played since September. And the break could give the German a chance to nail down his strongest XI ahead of Villa.
There are some key decisions to make at centre-back and in central midfield, while calls are growing for a change out wide as Leeds’ issues further forward continue. Below, the YEP has attempted to draw up the strongest starting line-up and bench that could be on show at Elland Road next weekend.
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19. Sub: Joel Piroe
Hasn't been used too much this season but can go upfront alongside a Calvert-Lewin if Leeds are chasing, and would be the man you want a late chance to fall to. | Getty Images
20. Sub: Lukas Nmecha
Leeds' top-scorer with four goals and build-up play has improved recently, albeit not to the level of Calvert-Lewin. Showed at City he can also play alongside his main competitor for the No.9 role if Farke wants to go super direct. | Getty Images