Leeds United are going through a tough time in the Premier League. There are question marks over the future of Daniel Farke. So, Jurgen Klopp is now getting linked to take up the Leeds job.
The Jurgen Klopp to Leeds United links have emerged due to the German boss’ role with the Red Bull group, who are a strategic partner of the Premier League club.
However, in an interview on the Spielmacher podcast, the current Leeds boss explained the role of the Red Bull group with the club. Farke explained (via TEAMtalk):
“Leeds isn’t a typical Red Bull club that’s been taken over and where the RB philosophy is enforced. Red Bull is a strategic investor. You can maybe compare it in Germany to Adidas at Bayern Munich or an automotive partner. We’re glad to have such a strong partner, a good network, and even if questions arise, there are channels – but Leeds United are structured differently and remains an independent club.”
Also, Farke, in that same interview, explained the role of Jurgen Klopp at Leeds United. He said:
“With Jurgen, you know that as a coach at that level, there’s little time to philosophise about such things. So for me, if I have a question, request, or need advice, he’s available 24/7 – and he still is. The only difference now is that you can count it as working hours. Otherwise, nothing has changed in that relationship.”
So, there is a link between Jurgen Klopp and Leeds United due to their affiliation with the Red Bull group. However, Klopp is not on the verge of becoming the new manager of Leeds.
Also, Jurgen Klopp has revealed in a previous interview that he may one day return as a manager to Anfield. But for now, Daniel Farke remains at Leeds, and Klopp might play an advisory role.
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