Tarik Muharemovic has been named in Leeds United’s starting lineup for tonight’s preseason friendly against Manchester United at Croke Park in Dublin.
The Bosnia and Herzegovina international continues to earn the trust of the Leeds coaching staff and will get another opportunity to impress against one of the biggest clubs in English football.
Muharemovic Starts in Leeds Defence
Muharemovic wears the number five shirt and is included from the first minute as Leeds continue the final stage of their preparations for the new season.
The young centre-back has produced encouraging performances during preseason and the clash with Manchester United represents another significant test before competitive football begins.
Facing high-quality opposition should give Muharemovic another chance to demonstrate his strength in duels, positioning, composure on the ball and ability to perform under pressure.
Leeds Starting XI Against Manchester United
Leeds have named the following starting lineup for the match:
Leeds XI: Trafford, Bogle, Chadwick, Muharemovic, Bijol, Bornauw, Tanaka, Longstaff, Aaronson, James, Nmecha.
The squad also includes several established first-team players among the substitutes, giving Leeds plenty of options during the game.
Another Important Test Before the New Season
The meeting with Manchester United comes at an important point in preseason, with clubs now making their final adjustments before the start of the 2026–27 campaign.
For Muharemovic, starting against Manchester United is another positive sign regarding his role in the team and the confidence being placed in him by the coaching staff.
Supporters in Bosnia and Herzegovina will once again be following his performance closely as he continues to establish himself in English football.
Manchester United vs Leeds at Croke Park
The friendly is being played at Croke Park in Dublin, with both sides expected to use the fixture as one of their final major preseason tests.
For Tarik Muharemovic, however, the match carries additional importance as he looks to further strengthen his position ahead of the start of the new season.
