Imminent Leeds United transfer exits and FFP factor on sales unpacked by Daniel Farke

“I would be worried if no club would be interested in our players because then we would have a problem, it would mean we don’t attract any interest. It’s actually a good sign, yes, makes life sometimes a bit difficult because we still have to pay for some sins in the past and we have to stick to the financial fair play rules.”

The Whites are into a new financial year, but Farke is still conscious of the balance sheet at Elland Road as they head into the final month of the summer window. One key factor in Summerville’s tale is his contract length.

“There is always a finance decision you have to take and I know that’s ongoing, I’m not naive, but I don’t want to be involved in the everyday talks with potential clubs or agents,” he said. “All I want to judge is what they are doing once they are with us.

“Especially the players there is lots of talk and speculation about, when you look on their performances here in Germany, I would say top class and their behaviour on the training pitch is the same. At the moment, I don’t have any signs someone will leave soon or wants to leave, but I know in this business many things can change in 24 hours.”