Leeds fans suggest Daniel Farke quitting the club after transfer shock

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30 Jun 2024, 7:30 am

Leeds United fans think Daniel Farke has threatened to walk away from the club amid fallout over a possible exit for Archie Gray.

Gray had been given permission to undergo a medical at Brentford after a deal was agreed, but reports now claim Leeds have rejected a proposal in a late twist.

Supporters believe an ultimatum from Farke prompted the late change of heart from the club's owners, 49ers Enterprises.

However, an exit may still be on the cards for Gray, and several clubs are continuing to monitor the ongoing situation at Elland Road.

Football Insider revealed on 30 June that Tottenham are planning to make a late move for the 18-year-old in a bid to pip Brentford to his signature.

Leeds United fans think Daniel Farke could quit if Archie Gray sold

Gray made 52 appearances for Farke's side in his breakthrough season last time out, and the boss is said to be desperate to hold on to him this summer.

Fans were initially fuming at the owners after the initial deal was reportedly in place, but following the latest twist, speculation over Farke's future and the club's position has begun to grow.

There was rumours that Farke was leaving regarding the Archie Gray sale,has 49rs thought twice and turned Brentford down.
— Craig. (@bandforgood) June 30, 2024

Farke threatened to walk
— Anthony cookson (@Ant14975Cookson) June 30, 2024

That because Farke threatened to walk?
— Tom lawton (@Tomlawton17) June 30, 2024

Wonder if there’s any truth in the rumour of Farke going mental over Gray been sold ? Maybe he told the board that if Gray goes then he walks away.
— Ste LUFC (@haribosteve) June 30, 2024

Let me guess new contract as farke wanted to resign if he was sold and the club has gone ahhh theirs a big issue here
— Harry (@Harry10404) June 30, 2024

Some fans labelled the situation "embarrassing" and "bizarre", expressing their frustrations at the ownership.

With respect to Brentford, the whole thing is a little bit embarrassing now.
— Pauljibster (@paulbanglamung) June 30, 2024

This is bizarre
— RWBielsa (@RWBielsa) June 30, 2024

Really feel for Archie. A young lad who loves his club to be hawked off and p*ssing every one off in the meantime. #49ers just like radz & Bates
— Mip (@mipsical) June 30, 2024

The owners don’t know what they are doing

Rattling there own fan base already

American franchise owned will always line pockets and think business first
— shaun lewis (@shaunle61197008) June 30, 2024

Others, meanwhile, fear a hijack could now be on the cards amid speculation over Tottenham's interest.

Fact is he went for a medical. Clearly Leeds not happy with how they were gonna pay for his instalments. Wouldn't get too excited. Probably means Spurs will buy him
— Andy Foster (@andyfuk01) June 30, 2024

I'm guessing Spurs are in for him and they are negotiating
— OBB (@WitlessWolrab) June 30, 2024

In other news, Leeds are working on signing a new striker this summer.

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