Farke to axe Gnonto, three changes – Leeds United predicted XI v Blackburn
Daniel Farke could axe Wilfried Gnonto in three changes to the Leeds United starting XI for the trip to face Blackburn Rovers on Saturday.
The Whites travel to Ewood Park on 30 November in search of their fourth win on the bounce in the Championship after a 3-0 win against Luton Town last time out (27 November).
With just three days between games, Farke could be keen to make multiple changes to his starting line-up with Junior Firpo, Dan James and Mateo Joseph predicted to return.
This could see Gnonto be joined by Sam Byram and Joel Piroe in dropping out of the XI against Rovers.
Daniel Farke could drop Wilfried Gnonto for Leeds United v Blackburn
It is likely that the German will maintain portions of the starting XI that defeated the Hatters with potentially just one change set to impact the backline.
With Byram coming off injured at Elland Road last time out, Firpo could be set to make his return alongside Pascal Struijk, Joe Rodon and Jayden Bogle with Illan Meslier likely to keep his spot in net.
At the base of midfield, Josuha Guilivogui is an option but the recent form of Joe Rothwell and Ao Tanaka means they deserve to keep their role in the starting XI. Rovers have some excellent quality in forward areas but Farke could opt to keep his midfield two the same.
Brenden Aaronson may keep his spot in the number ten role with Manor Solomon set to make his third start on the bounce for the Whites.
On the opposite flank, the German manager could make a change and welcome James back into his starting XI which would see Gnonto benched for the second time in three games.
A change could also be utilised upfront despite Piroe getting on the scoresheet against Luton. To keep the Dutchman fresh and his fitness up, Joseph could be handed a start and an opportunity to prove himself after a string of quiet performances.
In other Leeds United news, Luton defender Amari’i Bell has made a Leeds admission after their 3-0 defeat.
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