Sunderland eye Elland Road result as Le Bris backs midfield quartet
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Writers split on Leeds vs Sunderland: several call 1-1, some back a 0-1 or 1-2 away win. Mayenda, Diarra or Le Fée tipped to score after an improved 1-1 at Bournemouth amid refereeing frustration.
Le Bris lauds Xhaka, Diarra, Sadiki and Le Fée as a planned quartet despite injuries to Brobbey and Mukiele. Mayenda scored at Bournemouth. Sunderland chase first away win since October before visiting Leeds.
Rangers reportedly lead Sunderland and Nottingham Forest in the race to sign a Swansea City player, with Sunderland among the contenders for the Slovenian.
Predicted XI vs Leeds: Ellborg set for debut if Roefs is out, defence of Geertruida, Ballard, Alderete, Hume. Midfield Xhaka (doubt), Diarra, Le Fée, Sadiki, Traoré. Mayenda to lead the line after scoring at Bournemouth.
Paraguayan reports say a bigger club are monitoring Omar Alderete for a post-World Cup move after standout displays against Man City and at Anfield. No bids named, Sunderland’s stance unknown.
Leeds tip Darlow to start, Rodon fit, Justin a doubt. Predicted 3-4-3 to face Sunderland without Brobbey, with Calvert-Lewin central and Gnonto a shock recall. Ampadu-Stach to target Xhaka and co.
