Leeds United have expressed their wish to be "pioneers" during their post-season trip to Burma to play two friendly matches and insist the trip is safe to make.
The Whites have come under fire for arranging a trip to Burma, a country gripped by political unrest, with calls for the club to reconsider their plans.
Leeds will play two friendlies, locking horns with an MNL All Star team in Yangon on 9th May, before then taking on the Burma national team in Mandalay on 11th May.
Some fans are concerned about the trip and the Leeds United Supporters Trust contacted Leeds with questions.
In response the Whites issued a statement from a club spokesperson and insist the areas the team are to travel to are safe.
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The club also insist the trip is not arranged by the Burma government and is in no way a political tour.
Leeds also further expressed their hope that the trip can see the club in the role of pioneers, breaking down barriers and building new relationships.
The club spokesman said: "The two venues that we are visiting are both considered ‘Safe’ to travel to and located in regions not affected by any political turmoil. These areas are described as ‘Westernised’ and located far from the Northern areas affected by the unrest reported widely in the global media.
"The stadiums meet approved FIFA standards including high specification medical facilities and the required transport to hospital for any injured player.
"In regards to the political viewpoint, Leeds United are not touring as guests of the government of Myanmar and this is not a political tour.
"The club and the teams we are playing against are partnered with a local bank and of course the local football authorities, which under FIFA regulations must operate independently from the government.
"We see this as an opportunity for Leeds United to be pioneers and break down barriers and build relationships with the people and business community within a country trying to emerge from a difficult past.
"We believe that this represents a chance for those travelling to experience a new country and engage with its people. The club believes there is minimal risk involved in making this journey."
It is unclear which players will be heading on the tour, with those with international commitments expected to be absent.
It also remains to be seen how many Leeds fans will make the journey.
