David Moyes almost has a fully-fit squad to choose from for West Ham United’s trip to Elland Road on Wednesday. The Hammers only have two injury concerns to contend with when they take on Leeds United.
Regardless of the situation on their treatment table, Moyes will likely ring the changes for the Whites clash. A run of five Premier League defeats in a row has triggered calls for the 59-year-old to be sacked.
Losing 2-0 at home to Brentford has heightened the pressure at the London Stadium, with West Ham sitting above the relegation zone on goal difference. Leeds’ worries, too, are well-documented, with Jesse Marsch’s men winless in their last four outings.
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Earning a crucial point at St James’ Park showed signs of improvement but the Whites will aim to go one further on home soil against their fellow strugglers. Ahead of the clash, LeedsLive has profiled who is ruled out for the Hammers and named a predicted starting line-up.
Kurt Zouma (knee)
Zouma underwent knee surgery after limping off in the 2-0 defeat to Leicester City - the final game before the World Cup break. Moyes confirmed the centre-back is “ahead of schedule” last week but that is still far too early for the Leeds trip.
The 28-year-old is not expected back until next month at the earliest.
Maxwel Cornet (calf/shin)
The former Burnley man has struggled to get going since his summer switch. Newcastle were also interested in Cornet, who had a £17million release clause in his contract.
However, the 26-year-old is yet to start a Premier League game and multiple injuries means he does not yet have a return date. Cornet has not featured since October 1 and will play no part on Wednesday.
Predicted XI
Fabianski; Kehrer, Dawson, Aguerd, Emerson; Rice, Soucek; Bowen, Paqueta, Benrahma; Antonio
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