Leeds weigh Anton Stach concern as loan picture shifts
Jayden Lienou could make his Wales debut against Portugal, while Dan James has a chance to prove his worth after a difficult spell and fresh January exit talk.
Tarik Muharemovic said he is happy at Leeds and in the Premier League, and wants to 'prove who I am' after leaving Sassuolo in a big summer move.
Leeds are confident of agreeing a new Daniel Farke deal, with formal talks set to accelerate during the international break. The delay is down to time, not concern.
Leeds' rankings after five league games put James Trafford and Anton Stach top, with Tarik Muharemovic close behind as Daniel Farke's unbeaten side continue to impress.
Leeds are urged to restore Harry Wilson after the break and drop Brenden Aaronson. Harry Wilson has one assist and seven chances created, and is viewed as the better fit behind Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
talkSPORT gave unbeaten Leeds a B for their start despite nine points and fifth place, prompting criticism after Brentford got an A and Liverpool were graded the same.
Rory Jennings hailed Ethan Ampadu as a 'class act', praising his tackling, tempo and fight after Leeds' start, and said the captain would 'elevate our midfield beyond recognition'.
Jaka Bijol defended Slovenia team-mate Benjamin Sesko after Paul Scholes criticised the striker's shin injury absence, saying he 'shouldn't pay too much attention' to the pressure.
Former Leeds winger Ian Poveda denied four counts of perverting the course of justice and two fraud charges at Leeds Crown Court, with trial set for 4 December 2028.
Joel Piroe's £8m West Ham obligation looks closer if they go up. Wilfried Gnonto is struggling for Serie A starts after Fiorentina sacked Fabio Grosso, while Sebastiaan Bornauw may return to Leeds.
Anton Stach has lost possession 92 times, more than any Premier League player, as his slow Leeds start continues. The midfielder says a rare ankle injury is still affecting him.
Danny Mills questioned Dominic Calvert-Lewin's England recall, arguing the Leeds striker's aerial strengths may not suit Thomas Tuchel's system despite his strong early-season form.
Rory Jennings, once 'scathing' on Dominic Calvert-Lewin, now backs the Leeds striker to help fire Elland Road into Europe after his strong start and England recall.
