A NUMBER of facilities at Leeds United Football Club have been closed today (Friday) after following reports of a "security threat". 

Leeds United’s offices, ticket office, Foundation offices and club shop at Elland Road have all been closed today as police investigate reports of a "security threat to the premises".

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "Police were called to attend at Elland Road football stadium following reports of a security threat to the premises.

"Investigations are currently ongoing to establish the credibility of that threat.

"The report was received at 9.49pm last night (Thursday).

A club statement from Leeds United said: "Leeds United’s offices, ticket office, Foundation offices and club shop at Elland Road will be closed until further notice on the advice of the police.

"We apologise for any inconvenience and we will inform the public when normal service resumes."