He was promoted to the Select Group of Referees in 2015 and has taken charge of two Premier League games so far this term.

In all competitions, he has refereed ten games this season, showing 36 yellow cards and one red.

Sunday will be the first time he has taken charge of a game involving Newcastle United.

At Elland Road, he will be assisted by Gary Beswick and Peter Kirkup. Jeremy Simpson will be the fourth official.