Phil Parkinson drops big selection hint ahead of Sunderland v Leicester City clash

Phil Parkinson has dropped a big selection hint ahead of Sunderland’s EFL Trophy clash with Leicester City – with Benji Kimpioka set to start.

After a busy week of first team fixtures, Parkinson is set to mix things up for the game at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday night.

Sunderland striker Benji Kimpioka.placeholder image
Sunderland striker Benji Kimpioka.

Parkinson said: “There are players like Benji [Kimpioka] who we feel deserves an opportunity tomorrow from what we've seen in training so far.

“He is different, he is quick, and he has got ability.”

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