Farke set for Leeds gig

Leeds United are set to announce Daniel Farke as their new manager today following four-weeks of waiting for EFL approval of their new ownership.

Leeds, relegated from the Premier League after three years back in the top-flight, announced the 49ers Enterprises - who own the San Francisco 49ers - are to take over the club, increasing their minority stake to full ownership.

Since then, they have interviewed the likes of Scott Parker, Patrick Vieira and even called up Brendan Rodgers, before opting for Championship serial winner Farke.

The former Norwich manager has won the second-tier in each of the last two campaigns he has managed in the division - in 2018-19 and 2020-21.

Leeds are second favourities to win the Championship in 2023-24 at 7/18.00, behind only Leicester City 9/25.50 whilst you can back them at 15/82.88 for promotion.

Farke has a big job on his hands sorting out the current Leeds squad, with plenty of departures expected. Goalkeeper Ilan Meslier, who struggled for form last season, has heavily been linked with a move away with Chelsea 15/82.88 the favourites to sign him.

Rivals Manchester United, who themselves are looking for a new GK, are priced at 7/24.50.