What Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa said about Garry Monk's unbeaten record against him - and about Sheffield Wednesday's strengths

The Argentinian, who’s Leeds side narrowly missed out on promotion last season having occupied the top spots for most of the campaign, outlined the Whites’ determination to claim three points despite his poor man-to-man record against the Owls boss.

Monk’s Birmingham City did the double over Leeds last season and Wednesday held their Yorkshire rivals to a 0-0 draw at Hillsborough in October.

Asked about his winless record against the 40-year-old, Bielsa said:

“We cannot ignore this reality but it doesn't mark a tendency because in football there is no definitive tendency and we are going to do everything to try to win the match.”

The Owls will be without forward Steven Fletcher, who will miss ‘eight to 10’ weeks with a knee injury. Full-back Liam Palmer continues his comeback from a swollen ankle suffered in a tackle against Cardiff City and Fernando Forestiri misses out with a knee knock.

Despite the mounting injury list Bielsa outlined the strength of the Wednesday side.

“Sheffield [Wednesday] is a team that has good attackers in the centre and front.

“They have three good wingers.

“They also have three important midfielders and one solid defensive line.

“That means they have enough players to build a good team.”