Leeds United predicted XI vs RB Leipzig with James Trafford latest and injuries for Elland Road friendly | OneFootball

Leeds United host RB Leipzig at Elland Road on Saturday at 2pm, the first of two home friendlies, with a projected XI for the pre-season fixture. It is their first game back at LS11 in 12 weeks, the last a 1-0 home win over Brighton on Sunday, May 17. Their USA tour brought a 3-2 defeat to Wrexham, a 1-0 win over Sunderland and a 4-2 comeback against Liverpool.

The summer has brought Harry Wilson, Tarik Muharemovic and record signing James Trafford, unveiled on Thursday evening after a £40m move from Manchester City plus add-ons. As reported by yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, this predicted side applies if Daniel Farke opts to start strong.

The contest will feature two halves of 60 minutes, 120 minutes of football, so rotation is likely. In goal, Alex Cairns is favoured over Trafford, who has only just signed and returned later from his summer break after England’s World Cup squad involvement.

Jayden Bogle is the clear pick at right back. Joe Rodon and Muharemovic, a £34.1m arrival from Sassuolo, are tipped to partner in central defence, with James Justin at left back. Questions over Gabi Gudmundsson and Jaka Bijol could point to a back four.

Captain Ethan Ampadu would anchor midfield in a strong XI. Ilia Gruev is still on the comeback trail, and Noah Okafor has only just returned to training.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

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