Leeds United’s Carabao Cup campaign continues on Wednesday night when they head to Chelsea in the third round. The Whites beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 last month to secure themselves a trip to Stamford Bridge and remain unbeaten in four games.
Manager Daniel Farke will be without the injured Joe Rodon while there is a ‘little question mark’ hanging over Dan James. There could also be some rotation to the line-up given the quick turnaround from last weekend’s 1-1 draw at Brighton.
Farke could also hand out debuts to a maximum of three summer arrivals. And with all that in mind, the YEP has attempted to predict how his Leeds side could line up at Chelsea.
1. Predicted Leeds United XI
Let's take a look at how Daniel Farke could line his Whites side up at Stamford Bridge. | Getty Images
2. GK: Michael Zetterer
While giving James Trafford more minutes with his new teammates would be helpful, Farke also needs to prepare for the unideal scenario in which his first-choice becomes unavailable. A debut for back-up Zetterer in cup conditions will do no harm and it would be good to get a proper look at the 31-year-old.
3. CB: Jaka Bijol
Dropped at Brighton for Nico Elvedi, the Slovenian should be well-rested and out with a point to prove. Despite Rodon's untimely, injury, Farke still has options at centre-back which is reassuring. | Getty Images
4. CB: Nico Elvedi
Made his debut in the previous round of the cup and looked excellent. Has settled into his new surroundings with consummate ease with Farke clearly a big fan. He and Bijol could feasibly switch between central and right centre-back roles if necessary. | Getty Images
5. CB: Tarik Muharemovic
One of only three outfielders to play all 360 available minutes so far, which paints a picture of how well Muharemovic has settled. The 23-year-old looks a serious piece of summer business but will be tested against an exciting Chelsea attack. | Getty Images
6. RWB: James Justin
Pushes into a more advanced role, allowing Jayden Bogle a well-earned rest. The first-choice wing-back was rested for Daniel James in the previous round but a new arrival means Justin can stick to his natural side, rather than moving across to the left. | Getty Images