Leeds chairman Ken Bates has revealed that the club are already making preparations to position themselves and the city as a host venue in the event of England being successful in their bid to host the World Cup in 2018.
In a letter to the club's Members, Bates revealed exclusively that United officials are working closely with Leeds City Council to redevelop the area behind the East Stand, as part of the overall action plan in ensuring that international tournament football returns to Elland Road, following on from the success the city enjoyed during Euro 96.
In an upbeat message to supporters the chairman also reported that the Members Club continues to grow 'from strength to strength' with numbers now exceeding those of last season. In addition the clubs website has recently been extensively updated, and now receives the fourth highest visits in the country behind Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal.
More importantly to the fans however, will be how Gary McAllister's side equip themselves this afternoon against Bristol Rovers at Elland Road, with the Whites looking to secure their first home league victory and get amongst the early pace-setters.
