The long - term absence of Leadbitter means Adam Clayton may well partner new signing Marten de Roon in central midfield in the opening weeks of the season , though Julien de Sart was particularly impressive at York .
Adam Forshaw will hope to get a chance to impress .
The long - term absence of Leadbitter means Adam Clayton may well partner new signing Marten de Roon in central midfield in the opening weeks of the season , though Julien de Sart was particularly impressive at York and Adam Forshaw will hope to get a chance to impress .