Finance expert: Leeds better prepared than West Ham for relegation thanks to contract situation

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(Credit: Imago) Tue 24 March 2026 8:15, UK Leeds United are better prepared financially for relegation than West Ham as the two clubs fight to remain in the Premier League. However, Leeds’ recent form will be a concern, having failed to win any of their past six Premier League games. ⚽ Leeds United Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Leeds fixture.

VISIT THE LEEDS MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Why Leeds understand Premier League relegation dynamicLeeds have relied heavily on Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has scored 10 goals in 30 appearances this season. “The benefit that Leeds have got is, as a club that goes up and down over the last few years, they’re set up for relegation in a way,” said Borson.

Leeds’ contracts across the organisation will all envisage a scenario where either they’re in the Premier League or they’re in the Championship. A lot of those contracts will be designed for Premier League, for always being in the Premier League.” Why Leeds can cope with Premier League relegationBorson revealed the advantage Leeds have over some of their Premier League rivals if they are relegated this season.