Leicester City vs Sheffield United: Team News Revealed with Bobby De Cordova-Reid in Starting Lineup and Three Key Changes
Bobby De Cordova-Reid is set for his first start with Leicester City in nine matches as the team prepares to face Sheffield United. The Jamaican midfielder replaces Oliver Skipp in the lineup, marking his first appearance since early October when Leicester defeated Swansea 3-1. De Cordova-Reid will take on an attacking role, allowing Jordan James to act as a box-to-box midfielder.
Team Changes Ahead of Sheffield United Clash
Leicester City has made three significant changes to their lineup. In addition to De Cordova-Reid’s inclusion, Ricardo Pereira returns to right-back in place of Hamza Choudhury. Luke Thomas also returns from suspension, taking the left-back position previously held by Bade Aluko.
Goalkeeper Situation
Asmir Begovic will continue in goal, marking his fourth consecutive start. Jakub Stolarczyk has not been deemed fit for this match. The defensive options are somewhat limited, with Caleb Okoli, Ben Nelson, and Victor Kristiansen unavailable. In case of any adjustments needed in the defensive lineup, Hamza Choudhury is prepared to step in.
Leicester City Starting Lineup Against Sheffield United
- Goalkeeper: Asmir Begovic
- Defenders:
- Ricardo Pereira (Right-back)
- Jannik Vestergaard
- Daniel Faes
- Luke Thomas (Left-back)
- Midfielders:
- Oliver Winks
- Jordan James
- Bobby De Cordova-Reid
- Forwards:
- Multu Fatawu
- Patson Daka
- Stephy Mavididi
Substitutes Bench
- Vieites
- Hamza Choudhury
- Boubakary Soumare
- Oliver Skipp
- Page
- Stuart Thomas
- Monga
- Jordan Ayew
- Carranza
This new lineup reflects Leicester City’s strategic adjustments as they look to secure crucial points against Sheffield United. The inclusion of De Cordova-Reid aims to boost the team’s attacking options significantly.
