Leeds United predicted XI vs Brentford with Noah Okafor call and Gabriel Gudmundsson suspension | OneFootball

Leeds United host Brentford at Elland Road on Saturday in a pivotal Premier League fixture, with victory potentially moving them six points clear of the drop until at least Sunday afternoon, when West Ham visit Aston Villa.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, Daniel Farke has Noah Okafor back in training after hamstring and hip issues, while Gabriel Gudmundsson is suspended following his contentious red card at Crystal Palace last weekend. There are no injury-related absences.

A predicted line-up includes Karl Darlow in goal after a recent steady run, highlighted by a fine stop from Jefferson Lerma before an offside rebound rendered it moot. Farke still faces selection calls across the pitch.

Joe Rodon, operating in a hybrid role, could push on more at right-back than he managed at Palace, where he was often pinned back. His covering pace may be vital against a counter-attacking Brentford.

Jaka Bijol recovered well after a shaky first half on his return to the XI at Selhurst Park and will need to be at full physical tilt against 19-goal Igor Thiago. Pascal Struijk impressed after an early wobble and remains without a goal this season, unlike Rodon and Bijol.

Jayden Bogle defended solidly off the bench at Palace and is expected to return at right wing-back, which could give him more licence to influence the final third. A strong squad under the lights should leave Farke with options, and decisions to make.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk