Daniel Farke speaks out about Georginio Rutter ahead of Leeds showdown vs Brighton
Daniel Farke will be hoping for another big win in the Premier League as the Whites face Brighton on Saturday.
Leeds travel to Brighton to play at the American Express Stadium, in search of another three points after a big win against West Ham last time out in the Premier League.
Farke will want to keep Leeds in the Premier League, and still has work to do with the Whites in 15th.
Brighton are the heavy favourites to beat Leeds, as Farke was asked about his thoughts on a former star at Elland Road in Georginio Rutter.
Daniel Farke full of praise for Georginio Rutter ahead of Brighton clash
Leeds have had up-and-down form so far in the Premier League, but Brighton have also failed to string a real consistent run of games together, and are just one point better than the Whites at this stage.
Former Leeds man, Rutter, is expected to make his return against the Whites after leaving permanently for Brighton in 2024.
Leeds United’s YouTube channel live-streamed Farke’s press conference on Thursday evening, as the German head coach had nothing but praise for a “superstar” in Rutter.
Farke said: “I think there were one or two unlucky injuries, but overall I think he’s progressed really well.
“It was a joy to work with him, because he was not just full of quality and potential, but he was like a young horse. He was wired and full of energy, and always wanted to play.
“He’s an important player for them, and I think there’s more to come, but he’s developing into a superstar at this level.”
Ahead of his first game against Leeds since his departure, Farke will be hoping Rutter has a quiet evening.
Leeds need to nullify Rutter
Brighton played Arsenal on Wednesday night and Leeds need to take advantage of possible fatigue in the Seagulls.
Rutter played 67 minutes at The Emirates and was a danger throughout, creating the most chances in the game with four.
- The last time Leeds beat Brighton came in March 2017 as the Whites won 2-0 at Elland Road
- Since promotion back to the Premier League in 2020, Leeds have failed to beat Brighton on six occassions
- Leeds drew 2-2 with Brighton in the sides’ last meeting in 2023, as Patrick Bamford was on the scoresheet
Leeds will most likely go with a three-man midfield away from home, as Farke needs to deploy one of his midfielders to man-mark Rutter.
Man marking Rutter is key to victory for Leeds, as a win on the road to Brighton cannot be seen as a difficult feat.
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