Whites supporters may find themselves disappointed with the national magazine’s prediction, however plenty could change in the next four weeks as the transfer window enters its final month.
Leeds are in a position to strengthen key positions but won’t be rushed into action by signing players for the sake of it. Retaining important individuals will also have a strong bearing on the club’s final league position next May.
From 24th to 1st, here is the expert verdict from FourFourTwo’s team of writers for the Championship in 2023/24.
1. QPR: 24th
Gareth Ainsworth's QPR have been backed by many to face the drop this season. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) Photo: Clive Rose
2. Cardiff City: 23rd
Despite signing Wales icon Aaron Ramsey, FFT still have the Bluebirds going down at the end of 2023/24. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Photo: Shaun Botterill
3. Rotherham United: 22nd
Operating one of the smallest budgets in the division, perennial yo-yo club Rotherham have been backed to finish just inside the relegation zone (Photo by Nigel Roddis/Getty Images) Photo: Nigel Roddis
4. Huddersfield Town: 21st
Escaping the bottom three by a whisker, ex-Leeds boss Neil Warnock's Terriers. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood
5. Plymouth Argyle: 20th
Plymouth have been backed to avoid the drop, but only just, after securing promotion from League One last term. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Photo: Gareth Copley
6. Sheffield Wednesday: 19th
Fellow newly-promoted side Wednesday aren't expected to finish much higher than Argyle under new boss Xisco Munoz. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images) Photo: Ashley Allen