DANIEL FARKE is unsurprised by claims Leeds are considering sacking him — despite securing Premier League promotion.
The Whites sealed their top-flight return after two years out when they thumped Stoke 6-0 last Monday.
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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.
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“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.
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But Farke has failed to win over at least one section of Leeds fans.
They were unhappy with his playing style, use of substitutes and, until recently, his faith in keeper Illan Meslier.
Farke took the reins at Leeds last term following relegation and only missed out on a Prem spot when Southampton won the play-off final.
Now he’s not just ensured a return to the elite, his team top the Championship on goal difference.
And victory in their final two games would mean 100 points.
Leeds host Bristol City on Monday then travel to bottom side Plymouth on May 3.
However, Farke’s win record in the Prem stands at only 12%.
And if Leeds did take the controversial decision to replace him, there could be an attempt to lure back Carlos Corberan.
The Spaniard was assistant boss at Elland Road under Marcelo Bielsa and had decent spells in charge of Huddersfield and West Brom.
Three huge names have also been mentioned – Steven Gerrard, Patrick Vieira and Jose Mourinho.
