Daniel Farke to blame as Karl Darlow Leeds United exit uncertainty continues - View
Daniel Farke may be the reason that Karl Darlow is considering his future at Leeds United.
The goalkeeper's contract expires at the end of this month, and he could depart as a free agent.
The Whites are in talks over a new contract with the 35-year-old, but there has no been no agreement reached that will keep him at the club.
Darlow is attracting interest from Manchester United and Tottenham in the transfer market, so he has options to consider.
He had a brilliant rise to the number one spot last season, overtaking new signing Lucas Perri in the pecking order.
However, his Elland Road future continues to be uncertain and it may be the manager's fault.
Why Daniel Farke is the reason for Karl Darlow's Leeds worries
Farke may be responsible for Darlow's concerns about signing fresh terms with the Peacocks.
The Athletic's Beren Cross reports that it is unclear whether the boss will hand the former Newcastle United man the assurances that he wants over playing time.
He states that there is a possibility that the LS11 side want to bring in a new goalkeeper this summer.
Why Leeds can't lose Darlow
Losing Darlow would be a disaster for the West Yorkshire side, as he was so reliable last season.
He played 22 times in the Premier League, keeping five clean sheets and conceding 27 goals, a solid record.
He deserves the chance to cement the number one spot, and there is no guarantee than a new signing performs better than he did between the sticks.
If the Red Devils were his destination it would be the ultimate betrayal for Whites supporters, as they have a long-standing rivalry with the Old Trafford outfit.
Tottenham would be slightly more palatable than that option, but allowing him to leave would be a mistake.
He has shown he has what it takes to help Farke's side to remain in the top-flight, but the manager may be the reason why he seeks an exit.
Hopefully the Peacocks can resolve the situation and get him signed up to a new deal.
But the fact that Farke is not neccessarily willing to give him promises over game timedoes not provide much confidence.