Both Jaka Bijol and Daniel Farke have experienced positive changes at Leeds United in recent weeks.
Despite facing a wait for his first Premier League start after his £15m move from Udinese over the summer, Jaka Bijol has now secured a place in the starting lineup at Leeds. His breakthrough came in the 2-1 victory against West Ham, and he has been a key player for the team since then.
Meanwhile, Daniel Farke has relieved some pressure by steering Leeds through a three-game unbeaten run using a new 3-5-2 formation, a shift from his previous 4-3-3 setup which had been struggling.
Jaka Bijol, who has adapted well to playing alongside Joe Rodon and Pascal Struijk in the new formation, recently spoke to BBC Radio Leeds about the tactical change initiated by Farke.
After Farke’s switch to the 3-5-2 formation, Leeds have achieved notable results including victories over Chelsea and draws against Liverpool and Brentford. The new approach has proven effective for the team.
The introduction of the 3-5-2 formation was crucial for Leeds’ success, with Farke receiving praise for this tactical adjustment. However, there were concerns that Farke had delayed this change for too long, especially during a period where the team struggled to secure wins.
Fans were becoming frustrated with Farke’s previous reluctance to alter the team’s tactics, and the delay in implementing the 3-5-2 formation was viewed as a missed opportunity. Despite the recent positive performances, some fans fear that if Leeds still face relegation, Farke’s decision-making during this pivotal period could be a significant factor in the outcome.
