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Leeds fans celebrate at Elland Road on July 17, 2020
Leeds fans celebrate at Elland Road after promotion confirmed
The club were relegated from the top flight in 2004.
Jul 17, 23:48
General view of Leeds United's Elland Road taken May 2016
Leeds United's highs and lows during a tumultuous 16 years
The Yorkshire club have yet to return to the Premier League.
Mar 19, 06:48
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Chelsea given green light for £500m Stamford Bridge redevelopment
Chelsea can push ahead with plans to redevelop their Stamford Bridge home following the settlement of a dispute over the long-term lease of the playing surface.
Mar 6, 10:31
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Chelsea's Stamford Bridge redevelopment plans under threat?
A dispute over the owners of Chelsea's Stamford Bridge playing surface could force the club to look elsewhere for a new site for their ground, according to a report.
Jan 26, 22:37
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On This Day: Leeds United sack Kevin Blackwell
Nine years ago today, Championship strugglers Leeds United confirmed the sacking of Kevin Blackwell.
Sep 20, 08:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Chelsea appoint player-manager Ruud Gullit
Nineteen years ago today, Ruud Gullit was appointed the new player-manager of Chelsea following the departure of Glenn Hoddle.
May 10, 08:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Leeds United placed in administration
Eight years ago today, Leeds United were placed in administration, which saw them relegated down to League One.
May 4, 08:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Leeds United served with winding-up petition
Leeds United are served with a winding-up petition in relation to a dispute involving the previous regime.
Nov 7, 15:36
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Ken Bates hits out at Leeds United owners
Ken Bates believes that it is important for current owners Gulf Finance House Capital to sell Leeds united quickly.
Mar 27, 05:26
Ken Bates
Ken Bates leaves post as Leeds United president
Leeds United announce that former owner Ken Bates is no longer the club's president.
Jul 26, 20:23
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Frank Lampard: 'Chelsea in trouble before Roman Abramovich'
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard claims that the club was in financial trouble before Roman Abramovich took over in 2003.
Jul 3, 11:18
Roman Abramovich
Roman Abramovich's top 10 Chelsea signings
As Roman Abramovich chalks up a decade as Chelsea owner, Sports Mole selects 10 of the best signings during the Russian's regime.
Jul 1, 12:47
Ken Bates
Ken Bates: 'I wanted to sack Neil Warnock in October'
Outgoing Leeds United chairman Ken Bates reveals that he wanted to sack former manager Neil Warnock in October.
Apr 26, 15:52
Elland Road
Leeds United owners deny sale plans
Gulf Finance House dismiss earlier claims that they are looking to sell their stake in Leeds United.
Mar 20, 16:08
Elland Road
GFH Capital reject Leeds United takeover bid
GFH Capital confirm that they have rejected an offer for a controlling stake in Leeds United from an unnamed Yorkshire consortium.
Feb 11, 05:58
Elland Road
Yorkshire consortium bids for Leeds United?
An unnamed consortium based in Yorkshire has tabled a bid to take a controlling stake in Leeds United from GFH Capital, according to a report.
Feb 10, 19:09
Ken Bates
Live Coverage: Leeds United complete takeover
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the news that GFH Capital have completed their takeover of Leeds United.
Dec 21, 12:16
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock: 'No regret at turning down Chelsea job'
Leeds United manager Neil Warnock claims that he does not regret turning down the chance to take charge of Chelsea in 1991.
Dec 18, 04:12
Elland Road
Leeds United agree takeover deal with GFH Capital
A Dubai-based investment bank completes their takeover of Championship outfit Leeds United.
Nov 21, 10:47
Ken Bates
Leeds United chairman Ken Bates "angered" by Chris Kirkland attack
Leeds United chairman Ken Bates believes that the fan who struck Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Chris Kirkland in the face has tainted the reputation of Leeds supporters.
Oct 22, 09:30
Ken Bates
Leeds United takeover 'almost complete'
The chief executive officer of GFH Capitol, who could complete a takeover of Leeds United by the end of the month, describes the club as "a young Pamela Anderson".
Oct 9, 07:10
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock "proud" of Leeds United team
Leeds boss Neil Warnock hails his side's performance in their 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest today.
Sep 22, 19:25
Ken Bates
Ken Bates: Discussions are "well advanced"
Ken Bates reveals that investment talks are at an advanced stage.
Sep 22, 14:59
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock: 'I turned down Wolverhampton Wanderers job'
Neil Warnock claims that he rejected the chance to manage Wolves before taking charge at Leeds United.
Aug 17, 14:32
Ken Bates
Leeds United Supporters Trust confirm collapse of takeover deal
The potential takeover deal of Leeds United by a Bahraini businessman has collapsed.
Aug 9, 12:17
Ken Bates
Ken Bates hit by £10,000 harassment charge
Leeds chairman Ken Bates is ordered to pay £10,000 to a former director after being sued for harassment.
Jun 7, 13:24
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock plans summer spending spree
Leeds boss Neil Warnock plans to bring in a number of new faces to Elland Road this summer.
Apr 18, 23:20
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock targets promotion next season
Neil Warnock reveals that he is desperate to once again reach the Premier League as a manager with new club Leeds United.
Apr 14, 22:37
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock has get-out clause in Leeds United contract?
Neil Warnock has a 15-month get-out clause in his Leeds United contract, according to reports.
Feb 22, 11:56
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock appointed Leeds United manager
Neil Warnock is named as the new manager of Leeds United.
Feb 18, 10:45
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock holds Leeds United talks
Neil Warnock holds talks with Ken Bates over the Leeds United job.
Feb 17, 23:25
Ken Bates
Leeds United chairman Ken Bates refutes Mick McCarthy rumours
Leeds United chairman Ken Bates says that the Championship club have not been in contact with Mick McCarthy despite reports.
Feb 15, 16:43
Mick McCarthy
Leeds United target Mick McCarthy
Leeds United are reportedly ready to offer Mick McCarthy a swift return to management.
Feb 14, 12:17
Ken Bates
Ken Bates: Simon Grayson feud began over midfielder
Leeds chairman Ken Bates reveals that the future of Simon Grayson "came to a head" when the former boss requested to sign another midfielder.
Feb 12, 11:09
Neil Redfearn
Neil Redfearn concentrating on job in hand
Interim coach Neil Redfearn insists that he is fully focused on improving Leeds United's fortunes, rather than speculation linking him with the job a permanent basis.
Feb 11, 12:29
Sven-Goran Eriksson
Former England boss wants Leeds job
Sven-Goran Eriksson submits an application to become the new manager of Leeds United, although chairman Ken Bates insists that the Swede is not being considered.
Feb 8, 13:36
Neil Redfearn
Neil Redfearn handed extended period in charge of Leeds United
Leeds United's interim coach Neil Redfearn is given extra time to prove his managerial credentials.
Feb 8, 13:29
Lee Clark
Lee Clark Leeds United's number one choice
Reports suggest that Huddersfield Town's Lee Clark is Ken Bates's number one choice to replace Simon Grayson at Leeds.
Feb 2, 12:29
Gus Poyet
Gus Poyet unconvinced by Simon Grayson sacking
Brighton manager and former Leeds player Gus Poyet says he doesn't "understand" why Simon Grayson was sacked as Leeds manager.
Feb 2, 12:19
Simon Grayson
Simon Grayson: 'Jonny Howson had to go'
Leeds United boss Simon Grayson says that the club had to sell skipper Jonny Howson to Norwich.
Jan 21, 13:13

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