Helder Costa needs to seize any Leeds chance against Salford

Add as preferred source on Google

Leeds United travel to League Two club Salford City on Tuesday night for the first round of the Carabao Cup.

The Whites begin their first domestic cup of the campaign and supporters would surely love a run to go alongside a promotion bid in the league.

Manager Marcelo Bielsa confirmed in his press conference (Yorkshire Evening Post) that there is likely to be changes made to his side for the cup fixture.

It should open the door for some fringe players to impress and try force their way into contention for minutes in the Championship.

Helder Costa is a new arrival this summer that has had to be content with two late substitute appearances in the opening two league fixtures.

The attacking speed machine moved to Elland Road this summer from Wolverhampton Wanderers on an initial loan deal, which will become permanent next summer for around £15million (Mirror).

He’s not had much time yet to show his talent at his new club, so it’s vital that he impresses if he gets the chance against Salford.

Costa is a winger blessed with rapid pace and he previously showed at Wolves that he can be a real hit at Championship level.

The 25-year-old wide player has moved away from Molineux in search of regular first-team action and he’s definitely got the ability to make an impact in Bielsa’s team.

He’s extremely quick from a standing start and the left-footed ace has an eye for goal too.

Costa could pick up some real momentum and confidence if he starts against lower league opposition for Salford, who he should rip to shreds if he’s on form.

Leeds have a special talent on their hands in the Portuguese flyer, but he needs a match to reignite his form and the cup could be the perfect opportunity.