In a recent revelation by Phil Hay, it was unveiled that Leeds United had stringent clauses in place for their players following their relegation, whereas Leicester did not face the same level of reductions.
In a hard-fought match at the King Power Stadium, the Whites emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, courtesy of a goal from Georginio Rutter in the second half.
While some Leeds players experienced drastic wage cuts of up to 60 percent, the Leicester side did not encounter such severe measures.
Addressing this disparity, Hay expressed in his article for the Athletic on 4 November, “Leeds’ wage reduction clauses were as high as 60 percent, highlighting the unexpected blow of relegation. In contrast, Leicester, being recent Premier League champions and FA Cup winners, had not implemented similar contingency plans. Consequently, Leeds swiftly managed the departures of their major players, ensuring compliance with Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. Leicester, on the other hand, conducted organized and structured signings, unaffected by the chaos faced by Leeds.”
Leicester’s lack of ridiculous clauses that allowed players to leave on loan if they received their full salary gave them an advantage. This resulted in several Leeds players jumping ship and joining clubs in Europe.
The departure of players like Max Wober, who initially seemed set to stay at Elland Road, was a significant setback for the team. This forced Daniel Farke to adjust his squad plans and search for a new center-back in the market.
While Joe Rodon has proven to be a valuable signing, Leicester’s situation was undoubtedly less complicated, as they were not undergoing a takeover.
With hopes high after Friday night’s triumph, Leeds will strive to build momentum and secure a top-two finish in the season ahead.
