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Sheffield United player makes claim about scrapping Leeds United promotion

Leeds United would have every right to feel 'really disappointed' if they were denied promotion to the Premier League this season, Sheffield United goalkeeper Simon Moore has said.

Moore was part of the Blades squad that achieved promotion to the top-flight last season and Leeds are hoping to follow in the footsteps of their Yorkshire rivals.

However, the 2019/20 campaign has been halted due to the coronavirus pandemic and there are still question marks surrounding the plans to resume the season.

There are arguments against a resumption, with Hull City chairman Ehab Allam being extremely vocal in their determination for the campaign not to restart, and Moore admits it's a difficult situation.

"The teams at the top of their leagues will be really disappointed if it was scrapped, having worked so hard to get where they are - particularly the ones trying to get into the Premier League," he told the Sheffield Star.

"It’s going to be tough financially for many clubs - particularly those further down the football pyramid, who rely on fans. They’re the ones who will take the biggest hit.

"It shows how big an industry football is. It brings a lot of entertainment and talking points. The whole world has really missed football. But there are more important things going on in the world - people’s safety is first and foremost."

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