Joel Piroe could start vs Everton
(Credit: Imago)
Josh Edwards
Fri 15 August 2025 19:10, UK
Daniel Farke could hand out three full debuts when his Leeds United side host Everton in the Premier League.
A summer full of intrigue and change has all built up to Leeds’ clash with Everton on Monday night as the Whites look to get off to a good start on their return to the Premier League.
Seven new arrivals checked in at Elland Road, and a handful of those are expected to feature against the Toffees, who have backed David Moyes in the market.
Farke may look to make just one change from the side that drew against AC Milan in pre-season.
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke (Credit: Imago)
Jaka Bijol suspended for Leeds vs Everton
Lucas Perri will start in goal for the Whites, with Illan Meslier now on his way out of Elland Road after losing his place in the side.
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Jayden Bogle is expected to start on the right of a back four if he can overcome a slight injury sustained in pre-season, with summer arrival Gabriel Gudmundsson occupying the left-back role.
Joe Rodon was ever-present under Farke last season, and it is likely to remain that way in the Premier League, though his centre-back partner will not be Jaka Bijol.
That is because Bijol is suspended for the opener, having picked up a red card in the final game of the Serie A season, leaving Pascal Struijk to partner the Welshman.
Ao Tanaka has a point to prove in the Premier League, and he is likely to start alongside Anton Stach and Ethan Ampadu in the heart of midfield.
Stach has impressed in pre-season and is likely set to be utilised as the more advanced of the three.
How Leeds could line up vs Everton
Dominic Calvert-Lewin unlikely to feature vs his former club
Leeds look set to complete the signing of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, though it seems highly unlikely he will be ready in time to have any influence against Everton.
Instead, Joel Piroe could be given the nod to lead the line at Elland Road, though perhaps not for long as Leeds look to strike a deal for Noah Okafor.
Willy Gnonto is expected to feature wide left, while Dan James will have his name on the team sheet on the opposite flank.
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