49ers Enterprises release official Leeds update as huge news emerges
Leeds United have been the subject of an official update from 49ers Enterprises.
It has been a busy few days at Elland Road after Leeds secured automatic promotion to the Premier League on Easter Monday (21 April).
Although there are two games still left to play, all eyes are on the upcoming summer transfer window and the return to the top flight.
The Whites are braced for a big summer, with even Daniel Farke facing an uncertain future in LS11, despite leading them to promotion in only his second season there.
49ers make Leeds announcement
Therefore, Paraag Marathe has some big decisions to make ahead of the summer transfer window.
| Team | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Points |
| 1. Leeds (P) | 44 | 27 | 13 | 4 | 94 |
| 2. Burnley (P) | 44 | 26 | 16 | 2 | 94 |
| 3. Sheffield United | 44 | 27 | 7 | 10 | 86 |
However, it is worth noting that the Leeds chairman is involved in a major takeover at Rangers, joining hands with Andrew Cavenagh to acquire a 51 per cent stake at Ibrox.
After months of speculation, the 49ers have now released a joint statement with Rangers, confirming that negotiations over a takeover are ongoing.
If this makes anyone concerned for Leeds’ plans for the summer, a spokesperson for 49ers Enterprises Global Football Group has clarified that they remain committed to the Whites.
Adam Pope took to his X handle to share quotes from the spokesperson, confirming that the 49ers’ involvement in the takeover at Rangers will not have any impact on their commitment of resources and ambition at Elland Road.
“The strength of our commitment, resources, and ambition for Leeds United remains unchanged”, a 49ers spokesperson said in quotes relayed by Pope (23 April).
“We look forward to competing in the Premier League next season.”
After Rangers’ statement about @49ers talks, a spokesperson for 49ers Enterprises Global Football Group said: “The strength of our commitment, resources, and ambition for Leeds United remains unchanged. We look forward to competing in the Premier League next season.” #LUFC
— Adam Pope (@apopey) April 23, 2025
Elland Road poised for big summer
It is nice to see the 49ers address their commitment towards Leeds in the wake of the takeover news at Rangers.
With Southampton, Leicester and Ipswich facing relegation from the Premier League, it is imperative that the Whites strengthen their squad to prepare for life in the top flight.
It would be very demoralising if Marathe turned this attention away from Elland Road amid the takeover in Glasgow.
Therefore, the comments from the 49ers spokesperson will be a source of relief for any Leeds fan.