Adam Pearson steps down as executive director at Leeds United
Thursday 17 September 2015 11:38, UK
Leeds United executive director Adam Pearson has left the club in order to focus on other business interests.
Pearson, who is the current owner Super League side Hull FC, only recently arrived at Elland Road to work alongside owner Massimo Cellino in May.
However, the 51 year-old has now decided to step down from his role at the club.
"It is with great disappointment that I have to confirm I'll be taking a break from Leeds United and football in general, in order to focus on other personal and business interests," read a statement by Pearson released on Leeds' website.
"I have really enjoyed my time at Leeds United and would like to thank everybody, the staff and supporters, that have made me feel so welcome.
"I'd also like to thank Mr Cellino for allowing me to work closely with him in what I feel has been a very productive summer for the football club.
"There are some outstanding staff members in both coaching and administrative roles and an emerging young team that I am sure, with Mr Cellino's continued support, will ultimately find their way back to the Premier League.
"It is with a huge level of disappointment that I cannot continue to contribute to the revival of what now is a very strong football club once more.
"I wish Uwe and his coaching team all the very best in their quest for a successful season and it is reassuring to see the club moving forward again in such a positive manner."
Pearson's resignation brings to an end his second spell at the club, the businessman having also held the position of commercial director in 2000.
Cellino also posted a statement on Leeds' website, thanking Pearson for his service this season.
"I want to thank Adam for his efforts and his loyalty to Leeds United," the statement said.
"I will be keeping the role open for him and I hope to welcome him back at some point in the future. We worked very well together and we will remain good friends. He will always have my support.
"It saddens me that he is stepping away to focus on other personal and business interests, but he knows that he is welcome back at the club if he feels ready."
