Daniel Farke may hand in Leeds resignation after new three-year plan and transfer strategy
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(Credit: Imago) Mon 25 May 2026 19:00, UK Daniel Farke wants Leeds United to match his ambitions, but that may not be possible just yet.Paraag Marathe has admitted that it will take another “three long-fought seasons” for the Whites to operate as an established Premier League side.The 49ers Enterprises chief also revealed that the West Yorkshire outfit’s transfer strategy will be affected in the summer as the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) are being replaced by the Squad Cost Ratio (SCR).Marathe expects another strategic, disciplined recruitment drive in LS11, with departures and arrivals expected over the coming months.Farke’s future at Elland Road feels uncertain ahead of the 2026-27 campaign and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him resign over sporting differences with the American owners.A message from Paraag Marathe— Leeds United (@LUFC) May 25, 2026 View Tweet MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES 👔 Leeds United Next Manager News 👔 Get the inside track on the Elland Road dugout with real-time updates on shortlisted candidates, live betting market shifts, and key boardroom decisions. VISIT THE MANAGER HUBLeeds United take massive gamble after Daniel Farke admissionIn a statement shared by Leeds on 25 May, Marathe said, “We remain ambitious but measured and deliberate, understanding that it will take three long-fought seasons before we can truly operate like an established Premier League side.
This summer, instead of PSR, SCR will impact our transfer market approach.”After securing Premier League safety with Leeds, Farke was clear about wanting to see the club make progress in the future.CompetitionMatchesWinsDrawsLossesPremier League38111413FA Cup54–1Carabao Cup1––1Farke’s record at Leeds this seasonThe German manager clearly wants the American owners to invest in the squad and back him in the summer, but it looks like the Whites aren’t in a position to do that.With the 49-year-old head coach in discussions over another three-year plan with the West Yorkshire outfit, he may have been left disappointed by what he has been told.Sources have told Football Insider that the Elland Road hierarchy are planning for exits to back Farke, who wants to strengthen the midfield further, but it remains to be seen whether that will be necessary.Marcelo Bielsa fairytale Elland Road return prospects assessedMarcelo Bielsa could potentially end his stint as Uruguay manager after the 2026 World Cup.If Farke were to depart Leeds in the coming weeks, the Elland Road faithful would definitely love to see their former hero return to LS11.The Argentine manager is held in high regard by the Whites’ fans, but that may not be the case for the 49ers and their Red Bull links will surely influence their decision.Marathe has been strategic with his business since taking over the West Yorkshire outfit and won’t let sentiment come into play over the German head coach’s possible replacement.