Leeds United vs Derby County preview - Leeds unchanged for Rams clash

Posted Friday, November 28, 2014 by PA

Leeds head coach Neil Redfearn is expected to select his starting line-up for the home game against Derby from an unchanged squad.

Redfearn has no new injury or suspension worries, but could be tempted to make one or two changes following last week's defeat at Blackburn.

Midfielder Rudy Austin and defender Giuseppe Bellusci are both pushing for recalls, while goalkeeper Marco Silvestri has been given a vote of confidence by Redfearn following a misjudgement at Blackburn that cost his side a goal.

Striker Billy Sharp is expected to resume on the bench again as Leeds chase only their second win in 11 league matches.

Lee Grant looks set to return in goal for Derby.

The Rams' number one goalkeeper has come through training this week after missing the last seven games with an ankle injury. Jack Butland, who filled in for the last six Championship matches, has returned to Stoke following the end of his loan spell.

Jamie Ward, who has also been absent for seven fixtures, will remain on the sidelines. The forward has been out with a thigh injury since the victory at Reading on October 18.

A fresh injury blow has seen Mason Bennett suffer knee ligament damage while in action for the development squad. The teenage striker may be out for up to two months.