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‘I know what club I signed for’ – Daniel Farke breaks silence on sack rumours as Leeds boss says ‘it’s not surprising’

Published on April 25, 2025 at 10:49 PM

DANIEL FARKE is unsurprised by claims Leeds are considering sacking him — despite securing Premier League promotion.

sealed their top-flight return after two years out when they thumped Stoke 6-0 last Monday.

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke on the touchline.
Daniel Farke insists he is unfazed by the “noise and pressure”
Leeds United players celebrating promotion.
Dan James and Leeds team-mates celebrated promotion

Yet despite his success, Leeds reportedly doubt boss Farke is the right man to lead them into the big time.

The German's critics point to his record with Norwich — two Prem promotions and two immediate returns to the second tier.

Asked if he felt disrespected, Farke said: “Not at all, it’s not surprising.

“I knew for which club I signed, I’m not sure how many managers Leeds had in the last 20 years, but it’s a good effort if you last for three months.

“Once you sign a contract, there’s lots of pressure, noise, expectations.

“On a weekly basis someone is linked. It’s nothing new.”;

Leeds' US-based owners 49s Enterprises are not convinced the ex-Borussia Monchengladbach chief is the right man for 2025-26..

Supporters sang the 48-year-old's name amid promotion celebrations outside Elland Road on Monday night.

Daniel Farke, manager of Leeds United.
Farke took Leeds to the play-offs this year and promotion this time

But Farke has failed to win over one section of Leeds fans.

They were unhappy with his playing style, use of substitutes and, until recently, his faith in keeper.

Farke took the reins at Leeds last term following relegation and only missed out on a Prem spot when Southampton beat them in the play-off final.

Now he's not just ensured a Prem spot, they top the Championship on goal difference.

And victory in their final two games would mean 100 points.

They host Bristol City on Monday then travel to bottom side Plymouth on May 3.

However, Farke's win record in the top division stands at only 12%.

If Leeds did take the controversial decision to replace him, there could be an attempt to lure back Spaniard Carlos Corberan, who was assistant boss underMarceloBielsa and had decent spells in charge of Huddersfield and.

Three huge names have also been mentioned – , Patrick Vieiraand.

Leeds could hit 100 points this season if they win their final two matches – they currently have 94.

If Farke is axed Leeds could try and lure Carlos Corberan back to the club – the Spaniard was assistant under Marcelo Bielsa and has had success in England with Huddersfield and .

and Patrick Vieira have also been linked, as has .

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