Leeds United’s Premier League rivals Fulham are considering sacking Marco Silva, and I’m sure you’re thinking what I’m thinking.
Leeds have plenty of time to dwell on recent form over the international break. It leaves the 49ers weighing up the pros and cons of sacking Daniel Farke.
The German has a 1.00 points-per-game run, which he’s keen to stress is enough over a season for survival, but faces a hugely challenging run of games where United’s form could drop further.
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Fulham consider stunning Marco Silva sack decision as Leeds United watch on
Decisions at the bottom end of the table ought to be watched closely by us at Leeds. Nottingham Forest and West Ham are looking to turn a corner under new managers, while Fulham could be the latest to change the man in the dugout.
That’s according to a report from talkSPORT this week that shared how tensions behind the scenes at Craven Cottage could lead to the 48-year-old’s dismissal.
Marco Silva could be facing the sack at Fulham. (REUTERS/Scott Heppell)
Silva is said to be unhappy with how the summer window panned out. Meanwhile, results have dropped off significantly, as he stalls on a contract extension with the club.
The Cottagers are currently level on points with Leeds on an identical record of three wins, two draws and six losses. They snatched a fortunate win against United back in September through a Gabriel Gudmundsson own goal.
Leeds United must be looking to Marco Silva as perfect replacement for Daniel Farke
Silva and Farke could be the next managers out of the doors at Premier League clubs this winter. And for Leeds, Fulham’s decision should be a massive benefit for two reasons.
Firstly, Silva’s work as manager there is a major reason for how they’ve managed to steer clear of any relegation fears since promotion in 2022. Sacking him could be a massive mistake as they teeter over trouble.
Secondly, it frees up a manager who I think would be perfect for Leeds’ current position. Silva has proven himself at Premier League level to be just the manager we need in the bottom half.
He’s pragmatic, and has got consistent output of whatever striker he’s equipped with at Fulham. Aleksandr Mitrovic, Raul Jimenez, Rodrigo Muniz and Carlos Vinicius have all enjoyed their best form under Silva.
Silva’s ability to coach a relatively solid defence is also something United are going to need going forward. Being able to soak up pressure and sting teams when we get the ball going is vital.
Importantly, Silva has found a consistent balance between home and away form in the two seasons prior to this, sitting mid-table in both form tables. It’s a stark contract to Leeds’ current night-and-day performances at Elland Road and on their travels.
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