Leeds fans can be forgiven for being sceptical of ground expansion plans. After all, proposals in 1997, 2001, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2011 all came to nothing. It seems 49ers Enterprises must invest heavily in the city before any expansion will be approved.

The transformation of Leeds’ on-field fortunes, with better football culminating in promotion in 2020 and a stint in the Premier League, means engagement from fans is up. Owners 49ers Enterprises have also brought steady ownership to the club after periods of turmoil. They aim to take the club back to the top flight at a minimum.

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Leeds fans can be forgiven for being sceptical of ground expansion plans. After all, proposals in 1997, 2001, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2011 all came to nothing. It seems 49ers Enterprises must invest heavily in the city before any expansion will be approved.

Leeds United have announced plans to expand their Elland Road stadium to hold 53,000 fans. The changes will make it the seventh-largest club stadium in the country while keeping Leeds at the ground they have called home since 1919.

The focus of Leeds United’s Elland Road development will be on hospitality and corporate areas, according to former Everton chief Keith Wyness. Owners 49ers Enterprises are aiming to transform the Whites' iconic ground into one of Europe’s leading arenas.

FLW looks at where Elland Road would rank in England's biggest stadiums after Leeds United confirmed plans to expand the ground to a 53,000 capacity

Leeds United have announced new plans to improve Elland Road. The Whites, who have been at their iconic ground since 1919, hope to increase capacity from 37,645 to 53,000 and hope to do so with minimal disruption.

Leeds United are planning a ‘significant increase’ to the Elland Road capacity. Leeds United are planning to significantly boost the capacity of Elland Road in a redevelopment welcomed by the Leeds City Council leader.