The German has commended the signing of Kamara, who joined prior to the 0-0 draw with Sheffield Wednesday at the beginning of September, as a shrewd move given the minutes already played this season by Gray and central midfield partner Ethan Ampadu.
Gray withdrew from England’s Under-19 squad due to a ‘slight fitness concern’ and has spent the past two weeks recuperating before returning to Thorp Arch after a brief period of time off, along with the rest of the squad.
Farke will also be forced to decide between his wide options at The Den as Daniel James is in contention to return, while Jaidon Anthony signed on deadline day. Young striker Mateo Joseph returned to training following an ankle injury over the international break and could be included in the travelling squad, too.
Here is the YEP’s predicted XI versus Millwall.
1. Illan Meslier: GK
French 'keeper Meslier looks to have solidified his place at No. 1 after a late-season slump towards the end of 2022/23 and Karl Darlow's arrival over the summer. The latter is yet to make a league appearance since joining from Newcastle. (Photo by Jess Hornby/Getty Images) Photo: Jess Hornby
2. Luke Ayling: RB
Stand-in skipper Luke Ayling looks set to keep his place despite Djed Spence's impressive cameo from the bench against Sheffield Wednesday. (Pic: Bruce Rollinson) Photo: Bruce Rollinson
3. Joe Rodon: CB
There could be the temptation to throw Charlie Cresswell into the mix at The Den where he spent last season on loan, but Joe Rodon's solid displays for club and country should be enough for him to keep his place (PIC: Tim Goode/PA Wire) Photo: Tim Goode
4. Pascal Struijk: CB
Left-sided centre-half Pascal Struijk is first choice in that position in Liam Cooper's absence (Pic: Bruce Rollinson) Photo: Bruce Rollinson
5. Jamie Shackleton: LB
If Junior Firpo and Sam Byram are not deemed fit enough to start following recent injuries, Shackleton is likely to get the nod over Leo Hjelde on the left-hand side of Farke's defence. (Pic: Jonathan Gawthorpe) Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
6. Ethan Ampadu: CM
Ampadu is quickly emerging as the team's first 'undroppable' under the Farke regime. (Pic: Jonathan Gawthorpe) Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe