Paul Robinson has urged Javi Gracia to retain Luke Ayling in the starting XI despite his poor performance in Leeds United's 5-1 thrashing against Crystal Palace.
Ayling returned to the side after the World Cup break and has captained Leeds in the absence of Liam Cooper. He was rewarded for his impressive form with a new one-year contract in February, but the full-back has seen his form drop in recent weeks.
The 32-year-old conceded a penalty in Leeds' 4-1 defeat at Premier League leaders Arsenal, and endured a torrid afternoon against Palace.
