Leeds United were prepared to sanction a departure, with former coach a ‘frontrunner’ for the post.
Leeds United’s latest news and rumours as they prepare for their next game following the international break
Daniel Farke, the former Norwich City manager, is still waiting for his new-look Leeds United to gel as he seeks promotion back to the Premier League. Last time out, the Whites drew 0-0 with Sheffield Wednesday at home.
After an international break, they are back in action at Millwall. In the meantime, here’s a look at some of the most recent club news and rumors…
Ex-coach is being pursued
According to Football Insider, Karl Robinson, who left Leeds at the end of last season following their relegation to the Championship, has emerged as the favorite for the vacant Fleetwood Town post. Along with Robbie Keane, the former MK Dons, Oxford United, and Charlton Athletic manager worked as Sam Allardyce’s assistant. After sacking ex-Celtic manager Scott Brown, the Cod Army are looking for a new boss.
Midfielder was given permission to leave.
According to The Athletic’s Phil Hay on the Square Ball podcast (via Inside Futbol), the Whites were glad to let Darko Gyabi leave during the last transfer window. The England youth international, 19, was linked with a transfer away from Yorkshire but ended up remaining through the deadline. From 2018 to 2022, he was a Manchester City player.
Former player latest
Former Leeds defender Jason Pearce is currently in caretaker charge of League One side Charlton Athletic. The 35-year-old, who played for the Whites from 2012 to 2015, led the Addicks to a 2-1 win over Fleetwood last Saturday. According to London News Online, the club are looking for a new manager and have spoken to Stockport County’s Dave Challinor and Northampton Town’s Jon Brady.
