Leeds United's manager, Daniel Farke, is navigating a challenging period as his team prepares for an FA Cup quarter-final against West Ham. With a £49.2 million pre-tax loss reported for the year ending June 2025, Farke understands that Premier League survival is crucial for the club's financial health. He stated, “The Premier League’s our bread and butter,” highlighting the importance of avoiding relegation over pursuing FA Cup glory. However, Farke also recognizes the potential boost a Cup victory could provide, both for team morale and his future at the club. Leeds has struggled in the league, failing to win their last six matches, which adds pressure to perform well in the Cup. The fitness of striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is recovering from a hamstring injury, remains a concern. Farke is hopeful that a successful Cup run could help the team regain confidence and possibly secure a semi-final spot for the first time since 1987.