Elland Road has been listed as an asset of community value, meaning that the famous old ground has gained protection from being sold by its current owners for a period of at least six months.
In an article in the Yorkshire Evening Post, it was revealed that owner Andrea Radrizzani - whose company United own the stadium - backed the plans by Leeds City Council, and has vowed to ensure massive improvements to the ground in a project entitled Elland Road 2020.
The protection also ensures that the stadium is protected from demolition and for use of any primary purpose other than football, and also provides the City Council with a compulsory purchase agreement should they feel that the venue is under threat.
The move ensures the viability and security of the stadium, which has changed hands several times since the club moved into the ground back in 1919.
The Verdict
The move by Leeds City Council will provide the club with further stability, ensuring that Leeds United have a stadium to play in for the long-term future.
The club appear to be in good hands under Radrizzani, who has invested well in player recruitment as well as affirming his desire for improvements to the ground by 2020, and Leeds fans will be delighted with the commitment shown by their Italian owner.
Leeds City Council has over 50 sites on their list of assets of community value, with many sporting venues on the lengthy charter.
The council are keen to protect the biggest assets the Yorkshire city possesses, and fans can feel assured that their club is in the right hands.
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