Leeds United manager Daniel Farke is on the verge of losing his job at Elland Road after a strong report revealed that the club is in discussions regarding his future. This news aligns with earlier claims made by sources, and former boss Sam Allardyce has also weighed in on Farke’s struggles, citing a lack of goals as a major problem for the team.
The Whites have endured a difficult run of form, losing five of their last six matches and slipping into the Premier League relegation zone. With daunting fixtures against Manchester City, Chelsea, and Liverpool on the horizon, the situation looks increasingly dire for Leeds United.
Following Sunday’s frustrating 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, sources confirmed that Farke is at serious risk of being sacked, with the club reportedly identifying their top target to replace him. Farke still has around 19 months left on his current £3 million-a-year deal, and it would cost Leeds around £4-4.5 million to pay off his contract if they were to part ways with him now.
Reports of Farke’s potential departure gained further momentum from a respected account on social media platform X, indicating that a high-level meeting at Leeds was scheduled to discuss the manager’s future. Leeds did not provide comment on the speculation when contacted for an update, but Farke is scheduled to hold his press conference ahead of the next match against Manchester City.
Leeds officials have reportedly set their sights on former Celtic and Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers as the number one candidate to replace Farke. Rodgers, who is currently a free agent after leaving Celtic, is said to be interested in the role due to his track record of organizing mid-table Premier League sides effectively.
Sam Allardyce believes that Farke’s struggles stem from the team’s lack of goals, with Leeds scoring just 11 times in their first 12 matches of the season. Allardyce highlighted the importance of finding the back of the net to secure positive results.
In light of the Rodgers rumors, Leeds fans have expressed mixed feelings about his potential appointment, and the financial implications of hiring Rodgers also raise concerns for the club. With warnings of a potential relegation battle from figures like Gary Neville and Roy Keane, Leeds faces a crucial period as they aim to address their on-field issues and strengthen the squad in the upcoming January transfer window.
Furthermore, the pursuit of Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Garcia may face obstacles, as reports suggest that Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has made a decision regarding the player’s future. Leeds will need to address their goal-scoring woes and make strategic decisions to navigate their challenging season and secure their Premier League status.
