Leeds United players’ stance emerges amid Daniel Farke sack development
Daniel Farke is reportedly facing an uncertain future at Leeds United despite guiding them back to the Premier League.
The German could even guide the Whites to 100 points come the end of the season as they will want to win the Championship title ahead of Burnley.
Currently, they’re level on points with the Clarets (94) with two games left to play.
Farke likely to be backed by senior players in Elland Road dressing room
Amid speculation surrounding Farke’s future and the 49ers perhaps looking at a new manager for the Premier League, it’s understood that the senior players at Elland Road will be backing the German.
Per Graeme Bailey, there is a good section of the Leeds United players who appreciate the work he’s done.
The Whites narrowly missed out on promotion last season, losing to Southampton in the play-off finals.
| Wins | Draws | Losses | Points |
| 27 | 13 | 4 | 94 |
Now, Southampton are returning to the Championship and Leeds will be going back to the Premier League.
Their recent 6-0 win against Stoke City followed by Burnley’s win over Sheffield United, meant that promotion was mathematically sealed.
Bailey said: “I think there’s a good section of the senior players who appreciate Farke for the way he’s managed the squad this season.
“I think a lot of what he’s done in the last month will be massively in his favour, and I think the senior players will back him.”
Leeds United need a manager to take this team to the next level
Leeds United’s owners may justifiably consider sacking Farke due to his mixed track record and the club’s ambitions to solidify their Premier League status.
The German is widely regarded as a promotion specialist, having guided Norwich City and Leeds to the Championship title, including Leeds’ return to the top flight.
However, his inability to keep teams in the top flight raises concerns.
At Norwich, both of his Premier League campaigns ended in relegation, with the team often criticised for lacking defensive resilience and adaptability.
Leeds, now back in the Premier League, face a critical juncture where survival and progression are paramount.
Farke’s tactical approach, while effective in the Championship, may not translate to the higher demands of the first division, where consistency and pragmatism are key.
The owners, backed by significant investment, likely seek a manager with a proven record of Premier League stability and growth, capable of elevating Leeds beyond mere survival to compete at a higher level.