Leeds confirm departure of director of football Victor Orta

Leeds United have confirmed Victor Orta has left his role as director of football by mutual consent.

The pressure has been ramped up at Elland Road in recent weeks as Leeds slipped into a relegation battle, leading to a statement of no confidence in the club's management team being delivered by the Supporters' Advisory Board.

Plans to part ways with Orta, alongside manager Javi Gracia, were formalised on Tuesday morning and the former's departure has now been confirmed.

"Leeds United can confirm Victor Orta has left the club by mutual consent," a statement read.

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Owner Andrea Radrizzani added: “I am deeply saddened by the way that this chapter closes as Victor has been responsible for some of the best moments of my time as owner of Leeds United and I thank him and his people for all they have done in the past six years.

“However, it is clear that it is time to change direction and therefore we have agreed that Victor will leave the club.

“I understand supporters are hurt and upset, but now is a time for unity. We have four cup finals left to play this season and working together, I believe we can survive.”

Gracia's departure is expected to follow soon after, with Sam Allardyce set to replace the boss in the Elland Road dugout.

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