Leeds United’s Elland Road home will be boosted to a capacity of 50,000 under plans announced by managing director Angus Kinnear.

On the day the club celebrates its 100th birthday, Kinnear addressed an audience during a civic reception hosted by the Lord Mayor of Leeds.

As part of a wider speech about the club’s ties with Leeds City Council on various projects, Kinnear’s headline plan revolved around the stadium.

Pictures show the extra capacity would come from a raised West Stand to match the height of the East Stand.

“In our centenary year we’re very proud to announce a partnership with the council on two initiatives,” he said.

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“They fall under the title of Vision Elland Road. You notice that is a far cry from the Beeston we see today.

“Part of it is around the stadium and taking our stadium up to 50,000 and turning it into a true ground which can compete with other stadiums in the Premier League and in Europe.”

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While nothing formal has been put in motion, Kinnear spoke with an outlook on the future for the club and where it may head next with its developments.

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