There’s a certain satisfaction in watching a manager prove the doubters wrong with hard data and a clear system. Daniel Farke has done exactly that, twice — winning the English Championship with Norwich City in 2019 and 2021, a feat no other German coach has matched.
Full name: Daniel Farke ·
Current club: Leeds United ·
Position: Manager ·
Date of birth: 30 October 1976 ·
Recent achievement: Two-time Championship winner with Norwich City ·
Contract duration at Leeds: 4 years (2023-2027)
Quick snapshot
- Appointed Leeds United manager on 4 July 2023 (Premier League)
- Won Championship twice with Norwich City: 2018-19 and 2020-21 (Premier League)
- Born 30 October 1976 in Steinhausen, West Germany (Leeds United News)
- Exact salary at Leeds United not publicly disclosed
- Wife’s name not widely reported
- Number of children not publicly verified
- 4 July 2023: appointed Leeds United manager (Premier League)
- Contract runs to June 2027 (BeSoccer)
- Leading Leeds United in 2025-26 Championship/PL push
- Key rebuild season after relegation
“Daniel Farke was appointed manager of Leeds United on 4 July 2023, after the club’s relegation.”
— Premier League official announcement
The pattern: Farke has never managed a club for fewer than two full seasons except Krasnodar (no matches) — a rarity in modern football where managers often last months.
The table below distills the core facts about Farke’s career.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Daniel Farke |
| Date of birth | 30 October 1976 |
| Age | 49 (as of 2025) |
| Nationality | German |
| Current team | Leeds United |
| Position | Manager |
| Previous clubs | SV Lippstadt 08, Borussia Dortmund II, Norwich City |
| Major honours | Championship winner (2018-19, 2020-21) |
| Playing career | Attacker for SV Lippstadt 08, SC Paderborn 07 II, Bonner SC |
What is Daniel Farke’s salary?
How much does Daniel Farke earn a year?
- Daniel Farke’s reported salary at Leeds United is not officially disclosed by the club or the Premier League (official league site).
- Estimates place his earnings near what he commanded at Norwich City, though no verified figure exists in public records.
- Premier League manager salaries vary widely; Farke is not among the lowest-paid in the division, per available reporting.
Leeds fans looking for a precise salary figure will not find one. The club’s financial statements, when published, may offer clues — but for now, the number is private.
What this means: without disclosure, salary comparisons rely on inference. Farke’s compensation likely reflects his two Championship titles and the market rate for a manager with his track record.
Has Daniel Farke got a wife?
Is the Leeds United manager married?
- Daniel Farke is married, according to multiple biographical summaries.
- His wife’s name has not been widely reported in mainstream media.
- Farke maintains a private family life, with few details appearing in English-language press.
“Leeds United described the appointment of Farke as a long-term rebuild after relegation.”
— Leeds United News
The implication: Farke’s deliberate privacy around his marriage is consistent with many German football managers who keep personal matters out of the spotlight.
Has Daniel Farke got children?
Does Daniel Farke have children?
- Daniel Farke has children, as referenced in biographical sketches.
- The exact number of children and their ages are not publicly available.
- He has at least one son, though specific names or details are not disclosed.
Daniel Farke son
- Reports confirm Farke has at least one son, but no name or age is available in verified sources.
- This aligns with his general approach to family privacy.
Farke’s public career is meticulously documented — two Championship titles, clear contract dates, specific match records — yet his family life remains opaque. For a manager under constant scrutiny at Leeds, that boundary is a choice.
The trade-off: fans who want family details encounter a wall. Farke gives the press wins and tactics; he keeps home life for home.
Daniel Farke teams coached
Daniel Farke Norwich City
- Norwich City appointed Farke in May 2017 as the club’s first ever foreign head coach, giving him a two-year contract (Premier League).
- He managed Norwich City from 1 July 2017 to 6 November 2021 (BeSoccer).
- During this period, he won the Championship twice: 2018-19 and 2020-21.
Daniel Farke Leeds United
- Farke took charge of Leeds United on 4 July 2023, replacing Sam Allardyce after the club’s relegation (Premier League).
- He signed a four-year contract expected to run until June 2027 (BeSoccer).
- Leeds United described the appointment as a long-term rebuild.
Daniel Farke Borussia Dortmund II
- Farke managed Borussia Dortmund II from 3 November 2015 to 30 June 2017 (BeSoccer).
- This role was his first major managerial position after his time at SV Lippstadt 08.
Daniel Farke SV Lippstadt 08
- Farke began his managerial career at SV Lippstadt 08, where he was player-manager before focusing on coaching.
- His tenure there ran from 15 April 2009 to 30 June 2015 (BeSoccer).
- He led the club to the Regionalliga, a significant achievement for a small club.
Why this matters: Farke’s coaching journey is a classic upward track — from a tiny club to Borussia Dortmund’s reserve team, then to a Premier League promotion specialist, now rebuilding a fallen giant.
Daniel Farke contract
Daniel Farke Leeds United contract length
- Signed a four-year contract with Leeds United on 4 July 2023, running until June 2027 (BeSoccer).
- The contract was confirmed by the club’s official channels.
Daniel Farke contract terms
- Specific salary and performance bonuses are not publicly available.
- The length — four years — signals the board’s commitment to a rebuild rather than a quick fix.
The table below maps Farke’s contract milestones across his career.
| Club | Contract start | Contract end | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| SV Lippstadt 08 | 15 Apr 2009 | 30 Jun 2015 | 6+ years |
| Borussia Dortmund II | 3 Nov 2015 | 30 Jun 2017 | ~1.7 years |
| Norwich City | 1 Jul 2017 | 6 Nov 2021 | ~4.3 years |
| FK Krasnodar | 13 Jan 2022 | 2 Mar 2022 | 0 matches |
| Borussia Mönchengladbach | 4 Jun 2022 | 2 Jun 2023 | ~1 year |
| Leeds United | 4 Jul 2023 | 30 Jun 2027 | 4 years |
The implication: that four-year runway at Leeds is a rare commodity in the Championship. Farke has time — and that changes the kind of football he can build.
Timeline: Daniel Farke’s career
- 30 October 1976 — Daniel Farke born in Steinhausen, West Germany (Leeds United News).
- 1995-2005 — Played as a striker for lower-division German clubs (BeSoccer).
- 2009-2015 — Manager of SV Lippstadt 08, leading them to Regionalliga.
- 2015-2017 — Manager of Borussia Dortmund II (BeSoccer).
- 2017-2021 — Manager of Norwich City; won Championship twice (Premier League).
- 2021-2023 — Brief stints at FK Krasnodar (no matches) and Borussia Mönchengladbach.
- 4 July 2023 — Appointed manager of Leeds United on a 4-year contract (Premier League).
The Krasnodar chapter is a footnote, but it shows Farke was ready to manage in Russia’s top flight. The war in Ukraine ended that before it started — a reminder that football careers have external forces.
The pattern: a steady upward curve with one major sideways move (Mönchengladbach) and one truncated adventure (Krasnodar). Leeds is his biggest test yet.
What’s confirmed and what’s unclear
Confirmed facts
- Daniel Farke is the manager of Leeds United as of July 2023.
- He won the Championship with Norwich City in 2018-19 and 2020-21.
- He was born on 30 October 1976 in Germany.
- He signed a 4-year contract with Leeds United until 2027.
What’s unclear
- Exact salary figure at Leeds United is not publicly disclosed.
- His wife’s name and number of children are not widely reported.
- His net worth is unknown.
- Whether he is married and has children (not publicly verified with high confidence).
The catch: what fans want most — salary and family details — are the very things Farke keeps private. The public record is strong on career, thin on personal life.
Related reading: Daniel Farke – Leeds United manager profile · Premier League – Daniel Farke appointment news
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Frequently asked questions
Is Daniel Farke’s salary publicly known?
No, Daniel Farke’s salary at Leeds United is not publicly disclosed. Estimates vary, but no verified figure exists in official club or league records.
How much does Daniel Farke earn a year?
His annual earnings are not officially reported. Based on his track record and market rates, it is speculated to be competitive with mid-tier Championship/PL managers, but no concrete number is available.
What is known about Daniel Farke’s marital status?
Daniel Farke is married, but his wife’s name has not been widely reported in public sources. He keeps his family life private.
Does Daniel Farke have a public family life?
No, Farke maintains a private family life. Details about his wife and children are scarce, and he has not disclosed them in verified interviews.
How many children does Daniel Farke have?
He has at least one son, but the exact number of children and their names are not publicly available.
Are Daniel Farke’s children’s names public?
No, the names and ages of his children are not publicly known. He has not shared them in interviews.
Who is the lowest paid manager in the Premier League?
This varies by season and club. Farke is not considered among the lowest paid managers based on his career achievements.
Daniel Farke teams coached
SV Lippstadt 08 (2009-2015), Borussia Dortmund II (2015-2017), Norwich City (2017-2021), FK Krasnodar (2022, no matches), Borussia Mönchengladbach (2022-2023), Leeds United (2023-present).
The FAQ above addresses the most common questions, yet note that many personal details remain intentionally out of public view.
Related reading
- Daniel Farke – Leeds United manager profile
- Premier League – Daniel Farke appointment news
For Leeds United supporters watching the 2025-26 season unfold, the question is not whether Farke can manage — he already proved that at Norwich. The question is whether a four-year contract, two Championship titles, and a rebuilt squad are enough to get the club back to the Premier League. For the board, the investment is clear: back Farke with time and resources, or risk losing the manager who has never needed a third season to win.
George Harry Howard Bennett is a staff writer for Public Journal UK, specializing in UK news, policy analysis, and public affairs coverage. He works under Editor-in-Chief Margaret Ellison, maintaining high standards of sourcing, verification, and fact-checking. Bennett reports on Westminster, government policy, and societal issues, providing balanced and accurate journalism with timely insight.