Kieran Maguire: Leeds United ahead of West Ham in race for landmark deal

Leeds United now ahead of West Ham in key race

Elland Road would be an 'attractive' host venue for Euro 2028 but Leeds United are set to face competition from other clubs.

That is the view of finance expert Kieran Maguire, who exclusively told Football Insider that multiple clubs will put their names forward to be a Euro 2028 host if a new venue is needed.

As reported by The Times, there are fears that the construction project for Casement Park in Northern Ireland will not be completed in time for the European Championships.

It was one of 10 selected stadiums to host the tournament, and a new venue could be required if the project is scrapped.

As revealed by Football Insider, Elland Road is in contention to join the hosting list with expansion expected under the 49ers Enterprises.

Maguire believes the chance to host Euro matches will accelerate plans to expand and refurbish stadiums across several clubs.

"If the Belfast stadium isn't available for 2028 then there will be a number of clubs throwing their hats into the ring.

"West Ham’s owners won’t particularly want to get involved as if the London Stadium is used all benefits would go to the landlords rather than the club.

"But Elland Road would be an attractive proposition.

"I'm sure there are other clubs who have got 30,000-plus capacity stadiums who would also be keen to put their name forward as a host venue.

"It would also encourage those clubs that are thinking of developing their stadiums to get a move on and get it finished before 2028"

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