Secrets do not slip easily from Jesse Marsch’s lips as he discusses team news and tactics in his Leeds United press conferences. With a new five-at-the-back system to throw into the mix, it’s becoming harder and harder to pin down what the American might do.
When you throw in an underperforming unit too, there are reasons you can find for any number of players to miss out. Liam Cooper is one name Marsch was very confident to pin to his mast in Friday’s briefing.
The captain has arguably been the best player in the team since returning from his hamstring injury and the first name on Sunday’s teamsheet if fit. Illan Meslier, Luke Ayling, Raphinha, Rodrigo and Kalvin Phillips feel like the only other surefire starters.
