Daniel Farke stresses goalkeeper priority as Leeds close on James Trafford | OneFootball

Daniel Farke has underlined the need for a top-class No.1 as Leeds United move towards a deal for James Trafford.

“There are definitely a few very important positions in football. You need a top striker, top centre-backs, it’s important to have someone in the middle of the park who is there with top quality.” He was speaking to Men In Blazers.

“A strong No.1 goalkeeper is also in this role. Your core bones in a team have to be strong. You can take a few more risks on the winger position but the No.1 goalkeeper is crucial because he saves you points.”

The Whites are close to agreeing a £40million deal for the Manchester City goalkeeper. The 23-year-old is on a FIFA-mandated three-week post-World Cup holiday and is expected to become a record arrival despite the delay. Farke’s first three years brought uncertainty in goal, with Illan Meslier and Lucas Perri dropped and Karl Darlow later joining rivals Manchester United.

“Once you’re in a position where we are, of course in one or two years it’s not like we’ll overtake clubs like Man City, Liverpool or Arsenal with individual quality of the players. I think it’s quite important you have a clear philosophy, a clear idea and DNA.”

Optimism should rise if Trafford signs, with Harry Wilson and Tarik Muharemovic already through the door and time left in the window. The 49ers Enterprises ownership want Europe in time, but survival remains the priority next season.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk

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