Leeds latest: Daniel James managed by Wales, Ao Tanaka in final, Arsenal defensive boost | OneFootball

Leeds United close in on Premier League resumption with a daunting trip to Arsenal on Saturday, seeking to extend their unbeaten league start. It is a major test at a ground where they were beaten 5-0 just over a year ago.

The lull has stretched since the 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace, with the international break effectively turning two weeks off into three. According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, some internationals are set to return over the coming days.

Ethan Ampadu and Daniel James are expected back quickly after Wales lost 1-0 at home to Denmark on Sunday. Ampadu impressed in midfield despite the defeat, while James did not add to his minutes.

Manager Craig Bellamy said he would have liked to start James after his goal against Norway on Thursday, but the winger is still being carefully managed. Under-21s player Jayden Lienou was an unused substitute again.

Today, Ao Tanaka’s Japan face New Zealand in the Kirin Cup final, having beaten Ecuador on penalties last week.

After a 1-1 meeting last time out, Gabriel Gudmundsson and Tarik Muharemovic are also in action tonight. Sweden travel to Romania, while Bosnia and Herzegovina host Poland.

Looking ahead to the weekend, Arsenal have welcomed three defenders back to training. Ben White, Piero Hincapie and Yerson Mosquera could be fit to feature at the Emirates.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

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