Could Tyler Roberts make first Leeds start in four months?

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Leeds United fans look set for a nervous wait ahead of the lineup announcement for their clash with Everton on Wednesday.

There are concerns over the likes of Rodrigo, Raphinha and Patrick Bamford. The two summer signings came off with knocks in the win over Leicester.

Meanwhile, Bamford looked to be struggling as the full-time whistle blew at the King Power Stadium.

Marcelo Bielsa suggested in his press conference that Rodrigo is the biggest doubt to face the Toffees. He described the issues facing Bamford and Raphinha as more simple (via Leeds Live).

So it would appear that there is a good chance that Bamford and Raphinha will be involved. And in truth, it looks most likely Mateusz Klich will replace Rodrigo if required – just as he did on Sunday.

But given the three players there are question marks over, perhaps it is not out of the question for Tyler Roberts to make his first start in exactly four months.

Roberts has come back into the fold lately and looked like he is ready to make an impact. He was a shining light in the hugely disappointing loss against Brighton.

The Wales international has since impressed for the under-23s and against Newcastle. It was also intriguing that he was replaced after just 30 minutes of the latest under-23 win.

He is a player who can replace Rodrigo or Bamford in the number 10 or up front respectively. But he could also feature out wide if needed if Raphinha does not prove his fitness.

Roberts is knocking on the door when he is getting opportunities. So perhaps the break he needs may come amid all of the injury concerns Leeds currently have.