Sam Allardyce was unveiled as the new Leeds United boss earlier this week and the latest new era to be ushered in at Elland Road begins with a trip to Manchester City. The veteran has not had a lengthy period of time to work with his new squad but judging by some of his early comments, change is afoot.
Even if there is no change in regards to personnel, Allardyce will have used his first few days as Whites boss to transmit his own ideas to a squad now familiar with change. A new philosophy may just be the lifeline some members of the squad require and the The Yorkshire Post has picked seven players who may benefit from the arrival of Allardyce.
5. Sam Greenwood
The 21-year-old featured just once in the Premier League under Javi Gracia, despite appearing to have won the trust of his predecessor Jesse Marsch. The change in the dugout may well be the catalyst for a Greenwood resurgence if Allardyce is a fan of him. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
6. Georginio Rutter
The club's record signing is yet to make his mark in the Premier League and was limited to substitute appearances under Javi Gracia. A head coach with a different outlook on what Leeds require may just be what the 21-year-old needs. Photo: Tony Johnson
7. Wilfried Gnonto
One of the most controversial aspects of Javi Gracia's reign was his reluctance to deploy Gnonto from the start on a regular basis. Before replacing Gracia, Allardyce questioned why Gnonto was not being started, which suggests the talented Italian could find himself in favour under 'Big Sam'. Photo: Bruce Rollinson