Lucas Radebe believes that losing Andrea Radrizzani as owner will be a sad day for the Whites, but is nonetheless hopeful that the club can get back to happier days as soon as possible.
Leeds United are currently in the midst of a takeover attempt by 49ers Enterprises, which would bring Radrizzani’s six-year stint as majority shareholder to an end. The deal is currently pending EFL approval, a process that can take weeks or months to complete from the time the application is lodged.
Once complete, the takeover would mark the beginning of yet another new regime at Elland Road after two decades of upheaval – with Radrizzani’s time in charge standing as easily the most successful period.
United climbed back into the Premier League after a 16-year absence under the Italian’s watch, but his reputation has taken a hit more recently with relegation back to the Championship prompting uncertainty about the club’s future.
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United icon Radebe remains upbeat about the club’s prospects, however. He tweeted: “Disappointed with @LUFC relegated to championship hope will bounce back next season. Sad to lose @andrearadri but need great investment in this massive football Club. #MOT Come on Leeds!!”
A South African international centre-back Radebe played 256 games for Leeds in his 11 years at the club after joining from Kaizer Chiefs in 1994, becoming a firm fan favourite for his work both on and off the pitch.
Despite remaining managerless since Sam Allardyce’s departure, Leeds are among the favourites to earn promotion back to the Premier League in the new season ahead. Former Norwich City boss Daniel Farke is widely expected to take the job before the new Championship season begins at home to Cardiff City on Sunday August 6.
