Leeds United could be part of a pre-season tournament in America if they secure their Premier League survival. That's according to The Athletic, who claim the Whites will be one of six Premier League clubs ramping up their preparations for the 2023-24 campaign.
Chelsea, Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion are among the clubs expected to take part in the tournament at the end of July, but Leeds' involvement will depend on their ability to stave off relegation. The warm-up competition will be a series of round-robin friendlies on the east coast of the USA in Philadelphia, Atlanta and New Jersey.
The report says the tournament is part of the Premier League’s push drive for 'further global expansion.' It would come as no surprise to see these plans confirmed in due course.
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The Whites have a growing American influence at the club, with the 49ers Enterprises owning a 44 per cent stake in the club. There has been plenty of speculation regarding a full takeover from Andrea Radrizzani at some point in the future.
There's a reported option to buy the club outright in January 2024 and the club's recent revenue statistics will only boost any potential takeover chances. A trip to America is not out of the question to help boost the club's profile.
Jesse Marsch was at the helm to take the Whites to Australia for pre-season in the summer of 2023, a move that was a success for supporters down under.
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