Leeds City council have approved plans to redevelop Elland Road, with capacity set to increase by more than 15,000.
The expansion will see Leeds United’s ground become the seventh largest stadium in English football, as it jumps from 37,645 seats to about 53,000.
Chairman Paraag Marathe said: “As custodians of this great club, we are committed to its long-term success.
“Today’s decision supports our ambition to establish Leeds in the Premier League and continue progressing over the years to come.”
The club said the regeneration would help meet demand from supporters, with 26,000 people currently on a waiting list for a season ticket.
It will allow Leeds to bid to host fixtures in major international tournaments and generate about £29m annually for the region’s economy, the club said.
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