Pontus Jansson could be ruled out of Saturday’s clash with Bristol City, although the Leeds United defender’s setback isn’t thought to be a serious one.

Leeds have been sweating over Jansson’s availability for almost a week now, with the 27-year-old forced to drop out of Sweden’s squad during the international break.

According to Phil Hay from the Yorkshire Evening Post, Jansson might not be fit enough to face the Robins at Elland Road this weekend, although the reliable journalist offered more positive news that the injury wasn’t serious.

However, Marcelo Bielsa will have a big selection headache if Jansson isn’t available this coming weekend, with Liam Cooper left as Leeds’ only senior option at centre-back.

It has been Bielsa’s choice to have a trimmed squad this season, and now, he will be looking for a new option at the heart of defence.

Here at FLW, we take a look at THREE Jansson alternatives he must consider…

This feels like the natural option, with Shaughnessy playing centre-back regularly under Thomas Christiansen last season.

Shaughnessy has been back with the under-23s this season, but with the injury situation at Elland Road, his chance seems just around the corner.

Phillips has played as the third centre-back on occasion this season, but Bielsa might move him into a deeper position alongside Cooper if Jansson is out.

Of course, that would leave Leeds short in midfield, but Adam Forshaw could well drop back into Phillips’ deeper role.

It’s something for Bielsa to consider.

Halme is part of Leeds’ under-23 setup, with the 20-year-old still waiting for a first-team opportunity.

Injuries have hampered his development so far, but he could be handed a chance in Jansson’s absence.

It would be a risk, but Bielsa hasn’t been afraid to turn to his 23s this season.

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