✅ What is confirmed — Farke under extreme pressure
After a dramatic 3-2 loss to Manchester City late November 2025 — which ended with a stoppage-time winner for City — Leeds have now lost four Premier League games in a row. �
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That defeat was Leeds’ sixth loss in seven games, leaving them in the relegation zone. �
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Internally, the club hierarchy — owned by 49ers Enterprises — reportedly is ready to act. According to recent reporting, if Leeds don’t get a positive result soon (particularly in upcoming matches against Chelsea F.C. and Liverpool F.C.), they may replace Farke and want a new manager installed before the January transfer window. �
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Sources close to the club say Leeds have already identified leading candidates to succeed Farke, and preliminary talks may have taken place behind the scenes. �
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So while Farke remains in charge “on paper,” all signs suggest his position is extremely fragile — perhaps a matter of “days, not months.”
⚠️ What is rumour / speculation — not yet official
The phrase “new manager set to sign contract” implies that a replacement is already chosen and contractually committed. That is not verified. No official club announcement has been made, and no credible media outlet has confirmed a completed deal.
Names often floated — such as Brendan Rodgers — are still speculative, based on betting odds, pundit speculation, and reporting on “shortlists.” �
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There are also voices inside and outside football urging caution. Some pundits say replacing Farke now — mid-season, with a shaky squad and limited transfer budget — could make things worse. �
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Therefore, any headline suggesting “contract signed” or “manager appointed” should be treated as unconfirmed speculation at this stage.
🔄 Why the “new manager” talk is so loud right now
Several factors are fueling the intensity of replacement rumours:
Results & form: Poor results, defensive frailty and lack of goals have combined to put Leeds in a serious relegation scrap. That always puts pressure on the manager. �
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Ownership impatience: The 49ers reportedly want to avoid a mid-season collapse. They want a new manager in place before January so that whoever replaces Farke gets a say in January signings rather than inherit a failing rebuild chart already underway. �
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Fan sentiment: As of mid-November 2025, a large majority of fans reportedly think Farke should be sacked. Fewer fans are willing to wait for long-term stability — survival is the priority now. �
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Replacement pool: There are several perhaps-available managers (or recently unemployed) viewed as potential upgrades or at least change agents. That creates a sense among media and sections of fans that a change is “inevitable,” even if not yet official. �
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🎯 So — what’s likely to happen in the next few days/weeks
The club will probably wait until after the next home games (Chelsea then Liverpool). If they lose both, expect a managerial change to be announced quickly. �
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An “interim-to-full-time” or direct appointment from the shortlist seems plausible — names like Brendan Rodgers, perhaps a surprise candidate, or someone else fitting Leeds’ financial and squad constraints. �
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If the owners believe continuity might salvage the season, they could hold off — but given recent commitments (on transfers, stadium expansion, long-term planning), many insiders feel a change is more likely than not. �
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📌 Final Take
Yes — there is a real possibility that Leeds United will sign a new manager soon. But the rumour claiming a contract is already signed remains unverified. What is certain is that Farke’s future is hanging by a thread, and owners + fans are running out of patience.
If you like — I can pull up a current list of the top 5-8 manager candidates being linked with Leeds as of today, with pros/cons for each.
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