Leeds United have released a statement following official confirmation of their relegation to the Championship.
The Elland Road club are back in the second division of English football.
A hard earned but ultimately short three year stay in the Premier League is over for the Whites after they were thrashed 4-1 at home by Tottenham on the final day of the season.
The statement reads: Everyone connected with Leeds United is deeply disappointed by the club's relegation back to the Sky Bet Championship, after three seasons in the Premier League.
Relegation is painful, and we apologize to our fanbase that the performances this season have not seen the club consolidate our status as we had all hoped.
However, Leeds United remains in a strong position to build a team that can challenge for promotion from the Championship next season.
We know things have not been good enough, we know we have to improve, but please be assured that behind the scenes we have worked hard to ensure that the past will not be repeated. Our focus is now on how we get straight back to the Premier League.
Thank you for your unwavering support for the players and the badge, our objective is to continue to build the club into the one you deserve."