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FC·ANALYSIS·May 4, 2026 01:45 AM ET

Farke hails Okafor as Swiss forward sets Premier League goal record

Okafor's 8 goals top all Swiss players in a PL season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 41 min read
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What happened: Leeds manager Daniel Farke praised forward Noah Okafor, saying his impact has been 'excellent, once again.' Okafor has scored 8 goals this Premier League campaign, the most ever by a Swiss player in a single Premier League season. The praise was relayed by transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Why it matters: The milestone reframes Okafor's career arc after a quieter spell in Serie A, validating Leeds' decision to bring him into the Premier League. Setting a national record in England's top flight strengthens his market value and Switzerland's profile in the league. Farke's public endorsement also signals Okafor will remain central to the club's plans heading into the summer window.

What to watch: Watch whether Okafor adds to his tally in Leeds' remaining fixtures and whether the form triggers a fresh contract conversation or summer interest from rival clubs.

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