Leeds United have enjoyed a huge summer in the transfer market as they look to transform their fortunes going into the new campaign.
After securing Premier League survival on the final day of last term, Jesse Marsch has been tasked with building a team that is capable of challenging much further up the table.
And a £90million spending spree already taking place fits the bill perfectly.
Part of the challenge at Elland Road is forming a side that is capable of excelling, while also preparing for life without two of their star man from last term.
Kalvin Phillips has already completed a £42million move to Manchester City, while speculation continues around Raphinha’s future.
The Brazilian winger continues to be linked with both Chelsea and Barcelona, meaning that Marsch is preparing for life without last season’s star man.
Here, talkSPORT.com takes a look at how the Whites could line up going into the new season after their transfer activity so far.
Illan Meslier looks certain to start the campaign between the sticks at Elland Road.
It was a tough season last year as a number of injuries through the spine of the team left him exposed, however this year the challenge for the 22-year-old will be to show that he’s capable of being Leeds’ no.1 for years to come.
Rasmus Kristensen has already joined the club from Red Bull Salzburg and looks set to slot in at right-back.
Luke Ayling, who can be utilised at full-back or central defence, however loses his place due to the knee injury that required surgery at the end of last season.
While Leeds may be looking for another central defender, it seems that Diego Llorente and club captain Liam Cooper will start.
Stuart Dallas is the club’s first choice left-back, however after suffering a serious knee injury in May it seems that Junior Firpo will be given another chance to impress.
As far as Leeds’ midfield is concerned, it could be all change for the new campaign.
Phillips’ move to Man City left a huge hole in central midfield, however the signing of Tyler Adams from RB Leipzig has allowed fans to breathe a sigh of relief.
While Mateusz Klich will be challenging, another new arrival in Marc Roca will likely slot into midfield following his move from Bayern Munich.
Despite interest from Newcastle, Jack Harrison looks set to stick around at Elland Road and will form part of a new-look attacking line-up.
He’ll be joined by Brenden Aaronson who arrived from Red Bull Salzburg for a fee of £24.7 million, with the 21-year-old likely to occupy a number 10 role for Marsch’s side.
With Raphinha looking likely to move on, Luis Sinisterra has completed his move to Elland Road from Feyenoord and will offer plenty of attacking force after scoring 23 goals and 14 assists last term.
Leading the line will be Patrick Bamford.
Providing that he can prove his fitness, the England striker will be first choice under Marsch, however a new option could be added as cover before the new campaign gets underway.
How Leeds could look this season
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