Leeds expected XI v Middlesbrough: Senior quartet axed
Pablo Hernandez (left wing) – The Spaniard is likely to return to the starting XI ahead of Stuart Dallas, who would be the fourth senior player axed, if he is passed fit.
Ezgjan Alioski (right wing) – Provided energy and work-rate on the flank after being recalled last weekend and did enough to keep his starting place.
Samuel Saiz (playmaker) – Has slotted back in like he had never been away in the last two matches. Boro know that if they can subdue the Spanish maestro, they can go a long way to stopping Leeds.
Pierre-Michel Lasogga (striker) – The German has looked the real deal in recent weeks, with three classic centre-forward goals from the last four matches. He will be one of the dangermen for the visitors.
In other Leeds United news, the club have agreed the terms of an £8.5million deal, with the first payment scheduled for the summer.