Daniel Farke risks Leeds relegation if he doesn’t axe this star immediately after scenes in loss vs Newcastle

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The article argues that Daniel Farke is putting Leeds United’s Premier League status at risk if he does not immediately drop one key first-team player following the chaotic 4-3 defeat to Newcastle United. It frames the loss not just as an unlucky late setback, but as the latest evidence that Farke’s loyalty to an underperforming star is undermining Leeds’ survival hopes.

The piece highlights how Leeds were repeatedly exposed defensively at St James’ Park, conceding soft goals and failing to manage the game despite leading three times. It claims that one senior player was at the heart of several critical moments, either through poor decision-making, lack of concentration, or positional errors, and that this has become a recurring pattern in recent matches rather than a one-off bad night.

According to the article, Farke has so far backed this player publicly and continued to select him, but the Newcastle defeat is portrayed as a turning point. The writer insists that sentiment and past contributions can no longer justify his place in the side when Leeds are locked in a relegation battle, with every point crucial. Persisting with him is described as an avoidable, self-inflicted risk.

The article suggests that Leeds have viable alternatives in the squad who offer more reliability, energy, or defensive security, and that making a decisive change now could steady the team and send a message about accountability. It concludes that if Farke refuses to act and continues to start this struggling star, he will be gambling with Leeds’ top-flight future and may only have himself to blame if the club is ultimately dragged into the relegation zone.