That is according to former Leeds forward Noel Whelan, who believes the left-back’s expected appearance against Newport County in the FA Cup on Sunday (12pm) will not change his fortunes.

Borthwick-Jackson is due to spend the season at Elland Road but talks have been held about scrapping the deal.

He has not featured for Leeds in a Championship fixture since his debut against Preston North End in August.

Head coach Thomas Christiansen revealed earlier this week that Borthwick-Jackson would feature against Newport. 

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But Whelan told BBC Radio Leeds: “I don't think it makes any difference. I think he's going to go back no matter what.

“I think they are just giving some of the lads a break, giving some bodies a game.

“I expect at least seven changes, at least.”

Championship rivals Reading hope to snap up Borthwick-Jackson on loan. 

Jaap Stam needs a left-back after losing Jordan Obita to injury for the rest of the season in October. 

United want Borthwick-Jackson to be playing regularly and Stam is willing to meet his former club’s demands. 

According to the Daily Mail, Borthwick-Jackson fancies a move away from Leeds and a loan move with the option to make it permanent in the summer could be struck. 

Meanwhile, Leeds could move for Southampton left-back Sam McQueen as a replacement.

Brentford and Reading are also interested.