Leeds United head coach Jesse Marsch insists he has been given some serious food for thought at left-back due to the recent performances of Junior Firpo. Pascal Struijk has held down the role for the entire season so far, winning plaudits after successfully moving from his natural centre-back position back in August to make the spot his own.
The Dutchman only got the nod at left-back due to the injury Firpo picked up whilst playing against Blackpool in pre-season, ensuring he missed the opening two months of the campaign, but his form has seen him earn a new deal at Elland Road and move into international contention. Firpo has struggled for chances in the Premier League since returning to fitness, making just three appearances with the October outing at Leicester City representing his only league start.
However, the 26-year-old has found opportunities in the FA Cup this season and, as it stands, he has been an ever-present for the Whites in the competition. Firpo picked up some praise for his performances in the third round against Cardiff City and he played his part in a 3-1 win over Accrington Stanley last Saturday, bagging his first goal for the club to cap a strong performance in Lancashire.
