The Leeds United Supporters' Trust have written an emotional open letter to Marcelo Bielsa following Wednesday night's play-off exit.
An unforgettable season came to a close against Derby County , as Biesla's first season in English football ended with a 4-3 aggregate Championship play-off semi-final defeat
Leeds United's third-placed finish in the table was their highest since they were relegated from the Premier League in 2004, with Bielsa inspiring a remarkable turnaround both on and off the pitch over the past ten months.
As Leeds fans look to shake off the misery they felt on Wednesday night, the Leeds United Supporters' Trust have urged Bielsa to stay in a glowing open letter to him.
They praise the 'inspirational turn around in the quality of football at Elland Road' and highlight that Bielsa has brought about 'a clear footballing ethos and a truly passionate backroom staff has gone a long way in giving this special club its identity back after years of previous mismanagement.'
The letter continues: "Leeds is again a city united, football has returned. Together we are loyal, we are determined, we are proud. The long history of our club is well established, but as historical, time-honoured successes fade, there is so much still to be written and we feel this has only just begun.
"This season alone has renewed our hope in the future and that a new chapter of our heritage is underway, we want you to remain the key part of it."
They also highlight the achievements of the club's under-18 and under-23 sides before making an impassioned plea with Bielsa to stay for Leeds' centenary season next year:
"You have our respect, our admiration and our unwavering support. We believe in your philosophy and thank you for all your efforts. Your football makes us dream again and we’re all hoping you will continue to take us on the journey in our Centenary season.
"It is our hope that the board will continue to invest in the team and allow you to make the improvements you would like to give us that extra push we need for what’s going to be a very special season in 2019/2020."
Read the letter in full here .
