Leeds United could have as many as four returning players available for their upcoming Premier League clash against Southampton, according to journalist Adam Pope.
The Lowdown: Leeds face another crucial game
The Whites are in the middle of a two-week hiatus because of the international break, having not played since the dramatic 3-2 win away to Wolves on 18 March.
Next up for Jesse Marsch's side is the visit of Southampton to Elland Road on Saturday afternoon as the home side look to pull further clear of the relegation mire.
It has been an injury-plagued season for Leeds, but a hugely positive update has emerged in that regard.
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The Latest: Four players set to return
Taking to Twitter, Pope claimed that up to four Leeds players who had been affected by injury in recent weeks and months could all be set to return for Saturday's clash.
He revealed: "Illan Meslier (bruising) is expected to be ready to face Southampton. Kalvin Phillips, Liam Cooper & Diego Llorente all set to feature too."
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The Verdict: Massive boost for Whites
To have those four players in contention to start is a huge boost for Leeds, especially after the negative news surrounding Patrick Bamford's latest setback.
Meslier's return between the sticks should bring more calm to the defence, especially if club captain Cooper is also named in Marsch's starting line-up at Elland Road next weekend, potentially alongside Llorente.
Meanwhile, Phillips could make his first Leeds appearance since December, which would be the biggest positive of all, given his status as one of the best players in the country.
At a time when the Whites are still looking for strong results to ensure their Premier League status for next season, the prospective returns of several key figures ahead of the run-in will come as a huge fillip for Marsch and the Elland Road faithful.
In other news, Leeds could reportedly sign one player on loan this summer. Find out who it is here.