Leeds United's Elland Road stadium closed after 'security threat'

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

Reports suggest that the threat was made via social media and all the club’s offices and ticket office have been closed as police carry out checks.

A West Yorkshire Police spokeswoman 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."

The Premier League is on hold this week due to the last international break before the season finishes.