Leeds United predicted XI vs Manchester United, James Trafford call and potential first-choice defence

Leeds United return to Dublin on Wednesday for a pre-season meeting with Manchester United at a sold out Croke Park, riding three straight wins over top-flight opposition, the latest a 2-0 defeat of RB Leipzig.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, the contest is expected to revert to 45-minute halves. At the weekend Leeds played two hour-long periods, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha scoring in either spell.

Club-record signing James Trafford could be handed an unofficial debut, while left wing-back Gabriel Gudmundsson is out injured.

With two pre-season fixtures remaining, a strong side is anticipated as relationships and fitness build.

Joe Rodon impressed against Leipzig, taking on a defender-turned-winger brief, and could be among those to log a full 90.

Jaka Bijol returned from a minor issue to play an hour and even wore the armband for a spell, underlining his rising status.

Tarik Muharemovic excelled and got minutes alongside Bijol. Wednesday could be a significant selection moment, with Trafford, Rodon, Bijol and Muharemovic potentially lining up together for the first time.

At right wing-back, Jayden Bogle signalled this will not be a friendly occasion and could face the likes of Matheus Cunha or Marcus Rashford. He is another candidate for a full 90.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

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