Leeds United’s managing director says “lessons have been learned” in the transfer window, but Leeds fans are having none of it.
Managing director Angus Kinnear spoke to the Yorkshire Evening Post about season ticket renewals, the club’s current state and its direction for the future, but fans are calling for actions not words.
Leeds have been making plenty of noise on their official social media channels about renewing season tickets, which will rise in price after Good Friday. Kinnear says sales are slightly ahead of last season, but he understands why some fans are cautious about signing up for another year.
“We understand, with the performances since Christmas, that supporter sentiment has been dented,” Kinnear told the Post.
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“We are lucky that our fans are the most loyal in the country and we know the vast majority of our 20,000 season ticket holders will keep the faith.
Of course, what people really want to know is where the club is headed next season, particularly in regards to summer transfers, a sentiment echoed by players and fans alike.
“Our objective of building a team that competes in the play-offs has not changed. We always knew that it would take time to return Leeds United to where they should be and that the journey would start by building strong foundations,” Kinnear said.
This was supposed to be a year where Leeds push for promotion after a busy summer, but the season has completely capitulated since Christmas, leaving Paul Heckingbottom’s side toiling in 14th place. Kinnear says the club will right their wrongs.
“Lessons have been learned and we are excited to see the benefits of a carefully planned transfer window and pre-season.
“Our objective is to secure a play-off place, which we believe is achievable based on our resources and the scale of our fan base.”
Fans have been reacting to the comments on Twitter, and they don’t seem too convinced…
