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Leeds United Announces Plans To Increase Elland Road Capacity
Leeds United announced plans on Monday to increase the capacity of their Elland Road stadium to 53,000.
The project will be implemented in phases to ensure the stadium remains operational and will see the ground expand by more than 15,000 seats.
Despite currently being in the second-tier Championship, Leeds is one of England’s best-supported clubs.
Elland Road has been at full capacity for every match over the past six years, and the club currently has a waiting list of 26,000 for season tickets.
“The opportunity to refresh a century-old stadium, coupled with the legacy of Leeds United, is unprecedented,” said Paraag Marathe, Leeds chairman and president of the club’s owners, 49ers Enterprises.
“Our plans reinforce our commitment to the long-term success of the club, and I am excited that we are going to be able to welcome thousands more supporters to every game in a stadium that retains the unique atmosphere of Elland Road.”
Once the work is completed, Elland Road will be the seventh-largest club ground in England.
