Keys asserts that club chairman Paraag Marathe made the approach before publicly reaffirming faith in Daniel Farke—but Mourinho declined the offer, unconvinced by the club’s potential Premier League security . While Leeds’ hierarchy included Mourinho on a shortlist alongside Steven Gerrard and Lee Carsley, the likelihood of any change has diminished now that promotion has been secured .
Despite Mourinho’s high-profile availability—he’s currently at Fenerbahçe and has made no secret of his openness to a Premier League return—reports suggest he’s not prepared to lead a club he fears may be embroiled in a relegation battle . A Yahoo! Sports piece also confirms that Mourinho “turned down” Leeds’ overtures .
Ultimately, 49ers’ leadership appears set to back Farke into the Premier League season. As of now, Leeds fans will not be seeing Mourinho at Elland Road next campaign — despite the brief moment where the “Special One” nearly became a contender
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