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Predicted Leeds United XI for Arsenal trip with Ethan Ampadu replacement and Noah Okafor…

Leeds United are preparing to make the trip to the Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal tomorrow (August 23).

Lukas Nmecha scored the decisive penalty in the 1-0 win but there were plenty of players who came away with credit.

Arsenal will most likely provide a sterner test for the Whites and Farke has some selection headaches.

Nmecha will also be hoping for a start after his debut goal, while new arrivals Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor could be involved.

The Yorkshire Post have predicted how Leeds will line up against the Gunners.

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Leeds United are set to face Arsenal in their second league fixture of the season. | George Wood/Getty Images

Goalkeeper: Lucas Perri

The Brazilian was signed to be Leeds’ number one and was assured between the sticks on his debut. Unless he picks up a knock, he looks certain to start.

Right-back: Jayden Bogle

He made his return from injury against Everton and appeared to come through unscathed.

Centre-back: Joe Rodon

The Wales international delivered a commanding display against Everton and looks nailed on to start in London.

Centre-back: Pascal Struijk

Bijol is back in contention and Sebastiaan Bornauw is an option, but Struijk laid down a marker with his performance against the Toffees. If he is dropped, it would be considered very harsh.

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Pascal Struijk was solid at the back as Leeds United edged past Everton. | DARREN STAPLES/AFP via Getty Images

Left-back: Gabriel Gudmundsson

After a stellar debut earlier in the week, the Swedish defender will almost certainly feature in Farke’s starting XI.

Central midfield: Anton Stach

Like Gudmundsson, Stach caught the eye with an impressive first competitive outing in Leeds colours. He looks set to start again but could be deployed deeper as a replacement for the injured Ampadu.

Central midfield: Sean Longstaff

With Ampadu injured, a change in role for Stach could pave the way for Longstaff to make his first start. Ilia Gruev is among Farke’s trusted lieutenants but the opportunity to get a player of Longstaff’s pedigree in the midfield could be taken.

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It could be time for Sean Longstaff's first competitive start for Leeds United. | George Wood/Getty Images

Central midfield: Ao Tanaka

If there were any fears about the Japan international being Premier League-ready, they were extinguished on Monday. The all-action midfielder has earned another start.

Right wing: Daniel James

Leeds are likely to spend more time camped in their own half against Arsenal than they did against Everton. James’ pace, therefore, could be crucial on the counter.

Left wing: Wilfried Gnonto

The Italian attacker looked lively and dangerous against Everton, therefore another start looks likely. Farke could be tempted to introduce Okafor, but a debut from the bench appears probable if he does feature in the squad.

Forward: Joel Piroe

Calvert-Lewin will be hoping to be involved, as will Nmecha. Piroe’s familiarity with the system, however, may see him get the nod ahead of the newbies.

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