Leeds United Predicted XI vs Brentford with Noah Okafor decision and Gabriel Gudmundsson suspension plan | OneFootball

Leeds United host Brentford at Elland Road on Saturday in a pivotal Premier League fixture. Victory would move Daniel Farke’s side six points clear of the relegation zone until at least Sunday afternoon, when West Ham go to Aston Villa.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, Noah Okafor has trained all week after hamstring and hip problems, while Gabriel Gudmundsson is suspended following his controversial red card at Crystal Palace. Farke otherwise has no injury absences and a deep squad with selection calls across the pitch.

The predicted XI has Karl Darlow in goal. He saved well from Jefferson Lerma before an offside rebound, and has steadied things in recent weeks.

Joe Rodon is tipped in the back three, with licence to step to right-back in his hybrid role after being pinned back at Palace. His recovery pace could be vital against counters.

Jaka Bijol is backed to continue after settling following a shaky first half on his return at Palace, and he will need to be at his physical best against 19-goal Igor Thiago. Pascal Struijk also impressed after an early wobble, and he is yet to score this season.

At right wing-back, Jayden Bogle is expected to return after defending well off the bench at Palace. He should have more chance to influence the final third.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk