Tuesday, 21st May, 2013

Leeds manager Brian McDermott has stated that meetings held between the owners of the club and himself has been very positive and encouraging.

The managing director of GFH Capital, Hisham Al-Rayes, along with the club’s board member Salah Nooruddin held meetings with McDermott at both Elland Road and Thorp Arch to discuss the club’s plans for the future.



"We’ve had a good meeting over two days", the former Reading boss told his club’s official site.

"We got on really well and spoke about a number of things to progress the club, including player acquisitions, philosophies, how I see things, and upgrading the training ground.

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"We discussed an open working relationship and the importance of everyone pulling in the same direction, and they were very, very supportive.

"I have to say, it was very positive and very encouraging."

McDermott has announced that he has plans to upgrade the club’s training ground this summer and stressed his desire to make Leeds a top flight side again.

He is also keen on bringing in new players to help with next season’s bid for promotion from the Championship.

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