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Leeds United Confirms Daniel Farke as Premier League Coach Amid Leadership Overhaul

Chairman Paraag Marathe backs Farke for top-flight survival and announces major summer investments as CEO Angus Kinnear and sporting director Nick Hammond depart.

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Overview

  • Leeds United chairman Paraag Marathe publicly reaffirmed Daniel Farke's position as head coach, quelling speculation about a managerial change.
  • The club secured the Championship title with a record 100 points under Farke, earning promotion to the Premier League for the 2025/26 season.
  • Marathe pledged to invest heavily in the summer transfer market to assemble a competitive squad for the challenges of the Premier League.
  • CEO Angus Kinnear and sporting director Nick Hammond will leave the club, prompting a search for successors aligned with the 49ers Enterprises' vision.
  • Farke faces scrutiny over his previous Premier League record, including a 12% win rate, as Leeds aims to avoid the fate of recent promoted teams that faced immediate relegation.