Piroe, James benched in four changes – Leeds United starting XI v Derby
Daniel Farke has tinkered with his Leeds United attackers as he makes four changes in his confirmed line-up to take on Derby County.
The Whites boss heads into the clash knowing they will go back top of the table if they avoid defeat against the Rams at Pride Park.
Leeds confirmed their starting line-up via x (29 December), with four changes to the side after their 2-0 victory against Stoke City.
Mateo Joseph comes in for Joel Piroe with Ao Tanaka, Largie Ramazani and Willy Gnoto also called up to starting XI. Joe Rothwell, Dan James and Manor Solomon all drop to the bench.
Daniel Farke mixes it up for Leeds United game at Derby
Games between Leeds and Derby have a bit of history between them so the West Yorkshire outfit will be eager to come out of this one on top and finish 2024 with a win under their belts, sitting at the top of the table.
Farke’s side are back in form, unbeaten in five games and this is a run they will be keen to extend as it gives the Whites momentum to take into the new year as they seek to carry on the good form they have shown in the first half of the season.
There is plenty of football to be played before the end of the campaign and with this in mind, Farke may be assessing certain players in his side today to make decisions heading into the January transfer window.
Despite a victory last time out, with games coming thick and fast over this period, it is not a surprise to see Farke make these changes to the team nad use the squad depth he has to his advantage.
In other Leeds news, Farke’s side have been given a boost in their pursuit of one player ahead of the transfer window.
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