Leeds United predicted XI at Brighton with injury blow, Gudmundsson return and Jean-Matteo Bahoya call | OneFootball

Leeds United visit Brighton on Saturday, unbeaten in three, but returning to the scene of one of last season’s most concerning performances.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, Daniel Farke has confirmed Joe Rodon faces eight to 10 weeks out with a hamstring injury, while Gabriel Gudmundsson is back from a muscle problem. Deadline-day arrivals Melvin Bard and Jean-Matteo Bahoya are eligible for the squad.

With Rodon sidelined, the predicted XI starts with James Trafford in goal. The club-record £40m signing has been a strong presence, though his kicking has been mixed in new surroundings.

In defence, James Justin is a leading option to cover Rodon after proving dependable last season. As a natural right-back, he suits the hybrid role Farke has used recently.

Jaka Bijol struggled at Brentford and was withdrawn at half-time when the shape changed. Given everyone was off it before the break, leaving out the Slovenian now would feel rash, especially after he excelled at Nottingham Forest.

Tarik Muharemovic looks close to an ever-present when fit and was arguably Leeds’ best defender against Brentford. His passing from the back will be examined against a good pressing side.

At right wing-back, Jayden Bogle endured a tough outing against Schade last weekend and might easily have conceded a penalty. He is likely to face the in-form Maxim De Cuyper on Saturday.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

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