The Leeds United Supporters Trust has announced that they will be collaborating with national and European fan groups in order to investigate why three other British clubs have been granted permission to take fans to Germany this summer while Leeds has not. In a recent statement, Leeds revealed that they were instructed to play their pre-season friendlies behind closed doors during their trip to Germany. The club expressed their disappointment, stating that they had explored all options but were unable to change the decision. Despite the potential financial gain from ticket sales, Leeds’ efforts to reverse the situation have been unsuccessful so far.
Adding to the frustration, news has emerged that other clubs such as Coventry City, Glasgow Rangers, and Aston Villa have been allowed to bring fans for their matches in Germany, leaving Leeds fans confused and disappointed. The Trust has received numerous complaints from supporters who have a history of traveling far and wide to watch their team play, even during pre-season friendlies. The Trust has vowed to investigate further and gather more information in collaboration with other fan groups.
Despite the setback, Leeds fans will still have the opportunity to see their team in action twice this summer, first at Harrogate Town’s stadium on July 19th and then at Elland Road against LaLiga side Valencia on August 3rd. The Trust’s goal is to provide clarity to supporters regarding the decision to play behind closed doors and to ensure that their voices are heard on a national and European level.
