How likely Daniel Farke is to agree new Leeds contract after what BBC journalist has heard

Leeds United and Daniel Farke seem aligned on their future direction.

Robbie Evans recently said that conversations with the German manager were ongoing over a new contract.

The 49-year-old head coach is in the final year of his deal at the Whites and it will be interesting to see what the future holds for him.

Last summer, there was uncertainty around Farke's future at Elland Road, but after surviving Premier League relegation, the German manager now looks set to be rewarded.

The former Norwich City boss has shown tactical nous to improve the prospects of the West Yorkshire outfit in recent months.

With the Peacocks now looking to secure Farke's future in LS11, confidence seems to be high.

What Adam Pope has said about new Daniel Farke contract at Leeds United

Evans has confirmed Leeds are in contact with Farke about extending his contract.

With everything the Whites' managing director has said, Adam Pope is encouraged about the prospect of the German manager signing a new deal.

The BBC Radio Leeds journalist feels Evans and the Elland Road hierarchy are taking a calm approach on Farke's future to find the best solution.

There seems to be no doubt about the West Yorkshire outfit's ability to find an agreement with Farke, with the two parties expected to be closing in on one.

Speaking on Don't Go to Bed Just Yet, Pope said, "I've always felt confident and hearing what Robbie said made me feel more confident that they're aligned.

"He's really cool about it. It's about getting it right. They must be pretty close, I would imagine. I think it'll happen."

Why Daniel Farke argument may weaken at Elland Road

Farke's main objective last season was to avoid Premier League relegation, and he did exactly that with a few games to spare.

The Whites subsequently backed the German manager with some quality signings after he made his demands clear at the end of the previous campaign.

Fans and the hierarchy in LS11 will now be looking to see progress from the West Yorkshire outfit.

The Peacocks' loss to a considerably weakened Chelsea starting lineup in the third round of the Carabao Cup doesn't necessarily reflect well on Farke.

Going far in domestic cup competitions will certainly strengthen the German manager's case for a significant pay bump, but the loss to the Blues may now have a knock-on effect.