Paul Heckingbottom hints Luke Ayling could make Leeds United return on Sunday

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Leeds United are due to take on Queens Park Rangers in their final match of the season.

Paul Heckingbottom has told the Yorkshire Evening Post that Luke Ayling could feature for Leeds United this weekend.

Leeds are set to take on Queens Park Rangers in their last game of what has been a disappointing season on Sunday.

And Heckingbottom’s side could be boosted by the news of Ayling’s return.

The right-back has been out with an ankle injury since January, but he has returned to training in recent weeks and caught the eye.

And Heckingbottom could now reward Ayling with a start against QPR.

He said: “Possibly [Ayling could play]. Luke has done great and he has trained well for two weeks.”

Leeds have missed Ayling in his absence, as there is little dispute that he is the best right-back option in their squad.

Heckingbottom will not want to take any risks with Ayling’s recovery though, as Leeds’ match against QPR has nothing riding on it.

Leeds are destined to finish in mid-table this season, so the Whites are only playing for pride at the weekend.