Chris asked: I was so pleased that Farke was given the opportunity by the 49ers to manage Leeds United in the Premier League as he deserved it, but how do you assess his start to the season and, if Leeds lose a few games before Christmas, do you think that they will replace him? Farke is very intelligent and understands the financial parameters he has to work within. Eight points from seven games is a decent tally and, bar the Arsenal game, United have been right there in the other six top-flight fixtures too, though the Carabao Cup performance at Sheffield Wednesday was very disappointing.
In the first part of our Q&A with BBC Radio Leeds' Adam Pope, we focus on Daniel Farke's position and the 49ers' ownership.
Chris asked: I was so pleased that Farke was given the opportunity by the 49ers to manage Leeds United in the Premier League as he deserved it, but how do you assess his start to the season and, if Leeds lose a few games before Christmas, do you think that they will replace him? If so, who would you go for?
Adam answered: I agree he has deserved his opportunity and when there were questions over his future during the run-in to the Championship title, I felt more supporters respected the work he was doing. To go on and lift the trophy was as much a vindication for him for blocking out the noise and the doubters.
The start has been steady and, in terms of points, probably about what I envisaged. I feel Farke will keep Leeds in the Premier League for another season. The transfer window was solid, if not spectacular. Farke is very intelligent and understands the financial parameters he has to work within. He also knows how to manage upwards as well as his players.
Eight points from seven games is a decent tally and, bar the Arsenal game, United have been right there in the other six top-flight fixtures too, though the Carabao Cup performance at Sheffield Wednesday was very disappointing.
In all, the performances have deserved a few more points and, therefore, there is no question over his immediate future.
Roy asked: How well do you think the 49ers are balancing Leeds alongside Rangers and their other sporting endeavours? Some feel they are favouring the Scottish Premiership club.
Adam answered: "It is a real positive to have two clubs like that but there is not one subordinate to the other. That would be a disservice." That is what Leeds United chairman Paraag Marathe said when he was announced as Rangers' vice-chairman.
I know Rangers are struggling on the pitch, with the appointment of Russell Martin going quickly and spectacularly badly, but bearing in mind Marathe has been at the forefront of a huge global brand and organisation in terms of the San Francisco 49ers Enterprises, successful delegation will be a key strength of his.
A former boss of mine, who was very successful in the builders merchants' trade, told me once: "The secret to good management is to surround yourselves with good people." In essence, the club seems to be well run, so I do not sense resource is being lost to the Scottish Premiership.
Return to this page later on Monday for part two of the Q&A with Adam, which focuses on the impact of some of Leeds' summer signings.
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