Chris Sutton 'in love' with Daniel Farke as five-year Leeds first predicted vs Crystal Palace

Chris Sutton is a huge admirer of Leeds United manager Daniel Farke.

The German has done a tremendous job for the Whites over the last few years, and has Leeds in flying form.

Early standings have the Whites sitting in the top four of the Premier League.

As the Elland Road side now gear up to face Crystal Palace, they will want to remain there heading into the international break.

That would be a significant confidence booster for the Whites upon the return of domestic football.

Now, Sutton has delivered his verdict on the Leeds manager, while sharing his prediction at Elland Road again.

What has Chris Sutton said about Leeds manager Daniel Farke?

Sutton has affirmed that Leeds manager Farke has silenced any doubters the German may have had at Elland Road.

The Englishman has not shied away from his admiration for the job that the 49-year-old is doing in the Premier League.

Sutton's comments on Farke come ahead of the fifth game of the season, with Leeds set to host Crystal Palace in LS11.

Writing in his predictions for BBC Sport, Sutton stated: "I think I am in love with Leeds boss Daniel Farke. What a guy.

"We were talking about him on the Monday Night Club before Leeds walloped Newcastle and only idiots question whether he is the right man to move the club forward now."

Sutton has also been impressed with three other Leeds players, pinpointing James Trafford as an upgrade, while stating Tarik Muharemovic is a player he likes at Elland Road.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin's form has also been recognised by the former Premier League striker.

What has Sutton predicted for Leeds vs Crystal Palace?

With Sutton being full of praise for Farke, it should come as no surprise that he has predicted a Leeds win.

The BBC pundit and former footballer believes the Whites will come away with a 2-0 win at Elland Road.

His prediction would see Leeds achieve a feat they have not earned since 2021, a win against Crystal Palace, while also keeping a clean sheet.

The last time his feat occurred was in November 2021, with Marcelo Bielsa in charge.

Raphinha netted a last-minute penalty at Elland Road to hand the LS11 outfit all of the spoils.

Now, Farke will be hoping to follow suit, but hopefully winning in much easier circumstances.

With Leeds, the German is unbeaten in the Premier League against the Eagles after winning and drawing last season's matchups.

It's time to end the first period of the season with a bang.