Leeds United await Okafor boost after Chelsea fallout
Jarred Gillett apologised to Daniel Farke after missing a foul on Noah Okafor in the 6-3 loss at Chelsea, after awarding the hosts a soft spot-kick.
James Trafford faced criticism after cameras caught him chatting with Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers following Leeds’ 6-3 defeat by Chelsea, though he was unused.
Jean-Matteo Bahoya did not make his Leeds debut at Chelsea despite Farke rotating and using all five subs, underlining how far down the winger is in the pecking order.
Michael Zetterer endured a poor Leeds debut in the 6-3 loss at Chelsea, with questions over several goals and fresh concern if first-choice keeper James Trafford is injured.
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink said Leeds should give Daniel Farke a new contract after the 6-3 Chelsea loss, with Conor Coady also praising the manager’s progress.
Leeds are monitoring New York Red Bulls striker Julian Hall, 18, after his record-breaking MLS rise. Their Red Bull links could help if they move for the forward.
Robbie Evans admitted Leeds had no desire to sign a striker to challenge Dominic Calvert-Lewin, targeting only a back-up but deciding suitable options were too hard to find.
Robbie Evans said Leeds walked away from Shea Charles after Southampton rejected three bids, deciding the deal no longer offered the right value for a midfield they already rate highly.
Leeds host Newcastle with the visitors facing up to five absentees, including Amar Dedic as a doubt. Farke said almost everyone is available, with only Joe Rodon and Ilia Gruev out.
Robbie Evans said Leeds have not yet finalised Daniel Farke’s new deal despite three months of talks, but insisted both sides want a long-term agreement and relations remain strong.
Daniel Farke has been warned Harry Wilson can be 'inconsistent' after a slow Leeds start, with Mick Brown saying the summer signing often has quiet spells before clicking.
Daniel Farke called Michael Zetterer’s Leeds debut a 'nightmare' after the keeper conceded six in the 6-3 defeat at Chelsea, though he backed him as a good goalkeeper.
Farke said a soft Chelsea penalty shifted momentum when Leeds were 2-0 up and 'the stadium was quiet', as his rotated side collapsed to a 6-3 Carabao Cup defeat.
Noah Okafor has stepped back from Switzerland duty, saying 'trust was broken' under Murat Yakin. Leeds could now keep the winger fresh during the international break.
Italian reports have linked Lucas Perri’s early errors at Torino to lost confidence after Leeds benched him last season, with the Brazilian now trying to rebuild form on loan.
