David Norris, a former Leeds United player, believes the club made the right decision in sticking with Daniel Farke for next season.
The former midfielder says the German has a “Bielsa mentality” that will help Leeds gain promotion at the second time of asking next season, despite the fact that the club has decided to stick by their man.
Despite missing out on an immediate Premier League return at Wembley Stadium to Southampton, Farke’s third-placed Leeds side accumulated 90 points, which appears to have influenced the Whites’ decision not to sack the ex-Norwich manager.
“I think overall, he had a good season – and I think the club was right to keep him,” Norris told MOT Leeds News.
“I understand they were anticipated to get promoted, but it’s a tough league. He has that obstinate [Marcelo] Bielsa attitude of adhering to his game plan, which I understand can be annoying for fans, but it’s too simple to fire managers these days.
“He needs to get off to a good start next season. If he doesn’t, I don’t think he’ll last long this season, but Leeds may be right up there.”
Farke must start strong for Leeds United next season.
Whether you believe Farke was fortunate to keep his job after the key goal on his mandate was not met, or it was the club’s noble decision, it is undeniable that he must fly out of the traps next season, as he will only too well know.
Leeds’ top priority right now is getting through the summer season. A massive reshuffling of the roster is required at Elland Road, with some high-profile players anticipated to depart not only for top-level football, but also to help the club comply with the PSR verdict.
Leeds owes more than £70 million in historical transfer instalments, and it is expected that the club will have to recoup a significant amount on player sales by 30 June in order to avoid falling foul of PSR, against which the Whites and several other Championship clubs are bidding for a new financial fair play system – despite the injection of funds through the Red Bull partnership.
Leeds owes over £70 million in historical transfer instalments, and it is expected that the club will have to recoup a significant amount on player sales by 30 June in order to avoid falling foul of PSR, against which the Whites and several other Championship clubs are bidding for a new financial fair play system – despite the injection of funds through the Red Bull partnership.
