Leeds United Premier League promotion ‘very special’ – CEO

947’s Robert Marawa speaks with Leeds United CEO, Angus Kinnear.

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Leeds United were promoted back to the Premier League after two years in the Championship.

The Whites secured their promotion with two games to spare after Sheffield United lost to Burnley.

Sitting comfortably in first place on the log, Leeds will return to the Premier League alongside Burnley, who are in second.

Leeds crushed Stoke City 6–0 on Monday (21 April).

“It took us 16 years to get back into the Premier League, and then we were only there for three years… it was a very special evening for everyone involved.”

– Angus Kinnear, CEO – Leeds United

“We’ve got a fantastic manager in Daniel Farke. We’ve got a fantastic team who are really united… We’ve also got a wonderful fan base… When Elland Road is at its best, there really is no better stadium to be playing at.” 

– Angus Kinnear, CEO – Leeds United

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