Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino says a job at Elland Road will always be there for Adam Pearson.

The executive director quit Leeds yesterday.

Cellino said: "I want to thank Adam for his efforts and his loyalty to Leeds United.

"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."